TESLA MODEL S PLAID DELIVERY EVENT

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The Tesla Model S Plaid delivery event coverage focuses heavily on the anticipation and speculation surrounding the new performance variant. While the event itself is the backdrop, the discussion delves into the cancellation of the Plaid+ model, potential reasons like battery supply or production readiness, and the implications for range and performance compared to competitors like Lucid. The presenters express frustration with Tesla's lack of a traditional PR department, making information gathering difficult. Key points of discussion include the controversial yoke steering wheel, the need for special wheels and tires for the 200 mph top speed, and the use of 'rollout' in acceleration figures. Despite criticisms about Tesla's communication and product rollout strategies, there's an underlying appreciation for the brand's innovation and the Model S Plaid's impressive performance capabilities, though concerns remain about production ramp-up and the potential for vaporware.