Anyone else feeling that the Tesla Model S Plaid+ is all sizzle and no steak? After years of watching EV promises come and go, I'm skeptical about these absurd performance claims. Sure, the numbers on paper are impressive, but where’s the real-world proof? There’s been too much hype around acceleration figures and top speeds, but not enough discussion about reliability in everyday use, battery longevity under such extreme stress, or even basic maintenance costs once the novelty wears off.
I'm also wondering if Tesla is stretching engineering to the point of compromising safety or longevity. How does pushing a battery pack and powertrain to those limits affect durability, especially when competitors are focusing on well-rounded, user-friendly systems? It almost seems like they're betting on chasing headlines rather than refining a product for the average driver.
Also, what happens on the infrastructure side – are we really ready to support vehicles that encourage such high-energy discharge, or is it just more marketing talk aimed at the enthusiasts who get caught up in the excitement without considering long-term practicality?
I'm curious to hear what everyone else thinks. Are these high-performance models really the future of EVs, or is it just another high-octane blip in Tesla’s attempt to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market?