Tesla Model S P85D
Last night, Tesla Motors announced the newest variant of their other-worldly Model S sedan. The "D" denotes a dual motor setup, available for all three Model S versions (60Kwh, 85Kwh, and Performance 85Kwh). Due to efficiency gains in this new configuration, choosing all wheel drive actually increases your total range by 10 miles, as opposed to combustion engine vehicles that are less efficient when driving both axles. The dual motor setup is optional, but as promised, Tesla Motors had something else to announce as well, Autopilot, standard on all Model S's, and already included in any vehicles assembled in the last 2 weeks. The Autopilot hardware is made up of a forward looking camera, radar, and 360-degree ultrasonic sensors actively monitoring the surrounding road. The most athletic result from the dual motor setup may be taking the Performance model from Porsche 911 levels (0-60 in 4.2 seconds) to Ferrari level (0-60 in 3.2 seconds)! Or if you skip the performance model and go for a regular 85Kwh you gain an extra 30 miles of range, for a total of 295 miles between charges, and killer all weather capability. As proven by our fervor for the new Charger Hellcat, we'll take a P85D in white, with the third row, and panoramic roof. See you in line for lottery tickets!!
Tesla Autopilot
