When not making prolific contributions to my own blog, I regularly visit a few sites dedicated to automotive news and commentary. Lately, I have taken a specific interest in Tesla Motors. As with my friends at Local Motors, Tesla is not only about the end product but is also taking a different approach to the manufacture and sale of new cars that happen to be electric. But judging from the tone of some of the articles I've read, as well as the comments sections, my excitement isn't shared. I'm wondering if the general public doesn't want an alternative. Are we still afraid of the electric car? Are we uncertain about buying a car the way we buy a computer, especially if they use the same batteries? But really, why all the harsh negativity? Like anyone else who follows automotive news, I am quite aware of Tesla's well publicized financial situation, and perhaps too aware of everything CEO Elon Musk is doing these days. I am also equally aware of...