Tesla’s s model plaid goes farther and faster

MODEL S PLAID

Tesla’s new S Model goes farther and faster than ever before for an electric vehicle

he Plaid takes Tesla’s performance to new heights as the first Tesla powered by three electric motors, two at the rear and a third at the front axle, all of them now permanent-magnet synchronous AC machines. New in the Plaid are carbon-fibersleeved rotors, which hold each rotor together to enable rotational speeds of up to 20,000 rpm, about 25 per cent faster than before.

Because of the dissimilar coefficients of thermal expansion between carbon and copper, Tesla says the motor’s copper wire must be wound at extremely high tension, resulting in a very efficient electromagnetic field. Furthermore, the Plaid addresses the EV shortcoming (particularly in those that employ a directdrive transmission, like Teslas) that power falls off dramatically with speed. Tesla claims that the Plaid continues to make 1000 of its 1020 horsepower all the way to its 200-mph top speed.

The Model S Plaid has the quickest acceleration of any vehicle in production. Updated battery architecture for all Model S trims enables back-to-back track runs without performance degradation.

Travel farther on a single charge than any other electric vehicle—and keep going with access to 30,000+ Superchargers globally. By combining up to 405 miles of estimated range with Tesla fast charging technology, you’ll spend less time charging and even more time on the road.

Built with safety in mind, Model S is built from the ground up as an electric vehicle, with a high-strength architecture and floor-mounted battery pack for incredible occupant protection and low rollover risk. Every new Model S includes Tesla’s latest active safety features, such as Automatic Emergency Braking, at no extra cost.

360-degree rear, side and forward-facing cameras provide maximum visibility. Powerful visual processing at up to 250 meters of range. Ultrasonic sensors detect nearby cars, helping prevent potential collisions and assisting with parking. A 17” touchscreen offers 2200 x 1300 resolution, true colors and exceptional responsiveness for gaming, movies and more.

A bold new approach provides a true connection to Model S, offering better steering feel and unobstructed views of your dash and the road ahead.

Tap the brake and Model S automatically selects the correct direction to start your trip.

Air vents are hidden throughout the cabin, while tri-zone temperature controls, ventilated seats and HEPA filtration deliver the perfect environment.

The car comfortably seats three adults, with extra legroom, headroom and a stowable armrest with integrated storage and wireless charging.

You can connect multiple Bluetooth devices, or fast charge devices with wireless and 36-watt USB-C charging.

A 22-speaker, 960-watt audio system with Active Road Noise Reduction offers immersive listening and studio-grade sound quality.

With front and rear trunks and fold-flat seats you can fit your bike without taking the wheel off—and your luggage too.

Why Plaid? “Basically, our product plan is stolen from Spaceballs,” Tesla CEO Elon Musk said with a smirk when unveiling the 1020-hp Model S Plaid, referring to the 1987 film parody of Star Wars.

In that movie, the fastest faster-than-light speed is called ludicrous speed. When the ship Spaceball I reaches that speed, it appears plaid, leading a character to remark in wide-eyed awe, “They’ve gone to plaid.” Both Ludicrous and Plaid have been named for modes in the swiftest Model S variants.

Model S platforms unite powertrain and battery technologies for unrivaled performance, range and efficiency. New module and pack thermal architecture allows faster charging and gives you more power and endurance in all conditions.

Maintain 1,000+ horsepower all the way to 200 mph with TriMotor All-Wheel Drive, featuring torque vectoring and three independent carbon-sleeved rotors. Autopilot enables your car to steer, accelerate and brake automatically within its lane under your active supervision, assisting with the most burdensome parts of driving. With over-the-air software updates, the latest enhancements are available instantly.