Video Summary
Key points and findings from the video:- The Model S Plaid changed the narrative on electric cars.
- Driving a Tesla in 2022 means no one will want to race you.
- The Model S Plaid is a quintessential American muscle car that is tech-forward and mind-blowingly fast.
- Electric acceleration wars haven't reached their zenith.
- A de-restricted Tesla Plaid reached 216 miles per hour.
- Build quality, technology, and comfort don't mean anything if you can't go fast.
- The power ratings of 1,020 horsepower and 1,050 pound-feet of torque are delivered all at once.
- Its 0-60 in two seconds can make your vision blur.
- There is long range with about 396 miles at full charge.
- Arachnid wheels are an option but lower the total range.
- Steering yoke feels dodgy.
- Swiping up and down to shift makes it harder to drive than with a wheel.
- A Model S Plaid can crack aluminum motor mounts.
- Tesla Superchargers are available at almost every Wawa.
- This is a car that begs to be totaled.
