What simply occurred? Tesla’s electrical automobiles have traditionally been fast, however most wouldn’t classify them as quick given their comparatively modest high speeds. That modifications as we speak with the introduction of the Mannequin S Plaid observe bundle.
Tesla says the brand new bundle is designed for the last word observe expertise, delivering high-speed stability, most cornering capabilities, and repeatable stopping energy.
The package features a full brake system improve comprised of two 410 x 40mm carbon-silicon carbide entrance rotors, two 410 x 32mm carbon-silicon carbide rear rotors, two 6-piston one-piece, solid entrance calipers with high-performance brake pads, two 4-piston one-piece, solid rear calipers with high-performance brake pads, twin parking brakes, and track-ready brake fluid.
Consumers may also obtain new wheels and tires consisting of two 20X10J, Zero-G wheels with 285/35R20 Goodyear Supercar 3R tires (entrance) and two 20X11J, Zero-G wheels with 305/30R20 Goodyear Supercar 3R tires (rear), in addition to TPMS Zero-G heart caps, valve stems and lug nut covers.
A firmware replace accompanies the acquisition, unlocking a brand new high velocity of 200 mph.
Tesla stated the brand new bundle is suitable with Mannequin S Plaid automobiles from mannequin 12 months 2021 and newer. The automaker additionally advises towards utilizing the Goodyear Supercar 3R tires within the winter when temperatures fall under 40 Fahrenheit (5 C) or in snowy / icy circumstances.
The Mannequin S Plaid observe bundle can be out there beginning in June and might be bought within the Tesla app. Pricing is listed at $15,000 – $20,000. The tire and wheel bundle can be out there as a standalone choice for $6,000.
A brand new Mannequin S Plaid begins at $107,490 in accordance with Tesla’s on-line configuration device. The Mannequin S with Plaid trim is the quickest accelerating automobile in manufacturing as we speak and might attain 60 mph from a cease in 1.99 seconds with an EPA estimated vary of 392 miles on a single cost. Its three excessive efficiency motors generate a mixed 1,020 horsepower that’s good for 1 / 4 mile time of 9.23 seconds at 155 mph.