According to an article on CNNMoney, in May 2013 CEO Elon Musk of Tesla Motors announced plans for a large expansion of Tesla's network of supercharger stations by the end of the year. The network of supercharger stations will stretch from Los Angeles to New York and cover most metropolitan areas in the United States. Supercharger stations allow the all-electric cars to be recharged in about an hour. Musk stated that ________. 'It is very important to address this issue of long-distance travel.'
a. Why is it important for Tesla Motors to address the issue of long-distance travel?
b. Tesla Motors, like other firms, faces many strategic decisions and trade-offs. What would be the opportunity cost to Tesla Motors of expanding the supercharger networks?