TESLA MODEL S PLAID REVIEW PLUS REACTIONS

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The Tesla Model S Plaid review highlights its "shockingly quick and insane" performance, with 0-60 mph times as low as 1.99 seconds, making it the quickest production car. The reviewer praises the "much improved" interior trim and build quality over previous Tesla models, the responsive 17-inch horizontal screen, and the comfortable ventilated seats. The "spaceship-like" acceleration elicits strong, often surprised, reactions from passengers. However, the controversial yoke steering wheel, while offering advantages in normal driving, proves awkward for maneuvers requiring wheel crossing and has touch-sensitive buttons that require a learning curve. Build quality issues, including panel gaps, rattles, difficult door closures, and even evidence of repainted panels, are noted as persistent problems, detracting from the premium price point. Despite these flaws, the reviewer finds the overall driving experience exhilarating and the updated interior a significant improvement, recommending a test drive of the yoke.