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Teasers Check out this Tesla Model X Plaid seen at the factory

Check out this Tesla Model X Plaid seen at the factory

It's coming "soon," but the estimated delivery time is early 2022 (new orders).
By Mark Kane 1m ago
Races and Chases DragTimes tests Tesla Model S Plaid on the dyno, unsuccessfully

DragTimes tests Tesla Model S Plaid on the dyno, unsuccessfully

It was hard to find a shop as the owners were a little bit worried about the Plaid's torque.
By Mark Kane 2h ago
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid blow supercar owners' minds

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid blow supercar owners' minds

These guys are used to driving supercars and hypercars, but they weren't ready for the Plaid's insane acceleration.
By Dan Mihalascu 27 July 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid set new 1/4 mile record: 9.081 seconds

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid set new 1/4 mile record: 9.081 seconds

It's one of the most silent records ever.
By Mark Kane 27 July 2021
Spy photos Tesla Model S Plaid spied at rhe Nurburgring, record attempt planned?

Tesla Model S Plaid spied at rhe Nurburgring, record attempt planned?

Elon Musk previously said Tesla is eyeing a sub-seven-minute lap.
By Adrian Padeanu 27 July 2021
00:59 Weird Tesla Model S Plaid making Hellcat noises sounds ridiculous

Tesla Model S Plaid making Hellcat noises sounds ridiculous

You can load up any sound you want.
By Anthony Alaniz 22 July 2021
Races and Chases Tesla Model S Plaid max performance secured, no sticky drag strip

Tesla Model S Plaid max performance secured, no sticky drag strip

It turns out you don't need a specially treated drag strip to pull off the Plaid's incredible acceleration times.
By Steven Loveday 21 July 2021
Races and Chases See how Tesla Model S Plaid compares to Ferrari, Lamborghini...

See how Tesla Model S Plaid compares to Ferrari, Lamborghini...

The acceleration of several sports cars was compared side-by-side.
By Mark Kane 13 July 2021
09:34 Races and Chases Customer Tesla Model S Plaid hits drag strip for real-world testing

Customer Tesla Model S Plaid hits drag strip for real-world testing

Now we wait for more drag races.
By Jacob Oliva 12 July 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid crazy acceleration vs 69 nitrous Camaro

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid crazy acceleration vs 69 nitrous Camaro

The Model S Plaid was at a low state of charge after 15 impressive passes.
By Steven Loveday 09 July 2021
Races and Chases Tesla Plaid: What happens when you just stomp on the accelerator?

Tesla Plaid: What happens when you just stomp on the accelerator?

The Plaid acceleration is basically available right away at any time.
By Mark Kane 09 July 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid absolutely destroy Ford Mustang Shelby GT

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid absolutely destroy Ford Mustang Shelby GT

The Mustang driver appears to barely leave the starting line as the Model S crosses the finish line.
By Steven Loveday 06 July 2021
Crashes / Wrecks Tesla Model S Plaid fire leaves many unanswered questions

Tesla Model S Plaid fire leaves many unanswered questions

Last evening, firefighters responded to a Model S Plaid engulfed in flames, but details are scarce.
By Steven Loveday 02 July 2021
Races and Chases Watch this: Tesla Model S Plaid vs Porsche Taycan Turbo S

Watch this: Tesla Model S Plaid vs Porsche Taycan Turbo S

We're going to be seeing a lot of these.
By Tom Moloughney 01 July 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid take on 900 bhp Hellcats

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid take on 900 bhp Hellcats

Plaid acceleration is second to none so far.
By Mark Kane 30 June 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid set new 1/4 mile record at 9.22 seconds

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid set new 1/4 mile record at 9.22 seconds

Even quicker than Jay Leno's time?
By Mark Kane 29 June 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid crush Nissan GT-R in 1/4 mile drag race

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid crush Nissan GT-R in 1/4 mile drag race

The GT-R was more than a second behind.
By Mark Kane 25 June 2021
Races and Chases Pikes Peak: Tesla Model S Plaid fastest again in exhibition class

Pikes Peak: Tesla Model S Plaid fastest again in exhibition class

The racing version noted one of the best times overall in the Lower Section of qualifying.
By Mark Kane 25 June 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid practice at Pikes Peak

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid practice at Pikes Peak

The race-ready Tesla flagship will race in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
By Mark Kane 24 June 2021
Races and Chases Watch how quick the Tesla Model S Plaid truly is

Watch how quick the Tesla Model S Plaid truly is

A simple video shows the speedometer and time.
By Mark Kane 23 June 2021
Races and Chases Watch Tesla Model S Plaid blow away Challenger while sandbagging

Watch Tesla Model S Plaid blow away Challenger while sandbagging

The Plaid gives the Dodge a head start and brakes halfway through race to avoid getting banned from the track.
By Steven Loveday 22 June 2021
Rumours Tesla source says brand can go beyond Plaid: Quad-motor possible

Tesla source says brand can go beyond Plaid: Quad-motor possible

Reportedly, Tesla could have produced a quad-motor Model S Plaid, but it stuck with three motors, at least for now.
By Steven Loveday 22 June 2021
Green Tesla Model S Plaid needs software update to hit 200 mph

Tesla Model S Plaid needs software update to hit 200 mph

At least the hardware's already there.
By Jacob Oliva 21 June 2021
Races and Chases MotorTrend: Tesla Model S Plaid goes 0-60 mph in 1.98 seconds

MotorTrend: Tesla Model S Plaid goes 0-60 mph in 1.98 seconds

The publication says the 2-second barrier can be broken, but a myriad of conditions must be met.
By Steven Loveday 18 June 2021
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