Man filmed POV of Tesla Model S Plaid hitting record-breaking speed on German autobahn
- Driver filmed Tesla Model S Plaid on the German autobahn
- It had been equipped with the $15,000 Track Pack
- It was able to reach a record speed
Published on Nov 19, 2024 at 9:03 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on May 15, 2025 at 7:19 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
One driver filmed his Tesla Model S Plaid reaching a record speed on the German autobahn.
Equipped with the $15,000 Track Pack, it was able to surpass traditional EV speed limits.
It reached a high speed of 203mph (327km/h).
Those are levels that rival even the highest-performing combustion cars.
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Autobahn record speed
The Track Pack upgrade includes carbon ceramic brakes, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R tires, and Zero-G forged aluminum wheels, along with a 1,020 horsepower tri-motor setup.
The Plaid has an exhilarating acceleration with a 0-97km/h/0-60mph time of just 2.56 seconds.
In fact, it hits 124mph in 6.82 seconds – this is completely unprecedented speed and power for an EV sedan – it’s not the first time the EV has been put to the test.
Want to see a combustion car in action? This Ferrari 812 Superfast with plenty of miles on the odometer hit blazing speeds on the famous German highway.
The Tesla Model S Plaid
Setting a lap time of seven minutes and 25.231 seconds at the Nürburgring, it was named the fastest all-electric production car.
It was able to dethrone the Porsche Taycan Turbo S, which previously held that title.
Proof – if it were needed – that the electric powertrain is evolving and can compete with and surpass traditional combustion engines in terms of both speed and capability.
However, while many car brands are investing in EV and hybrid options, Mercedes announced earlier this year that instead, it is choosing to invest in ‘high-tech combustion’ over its total EV future.
The German automaker aspired to be an all-electric brand within the next decade, but the love for gas cars couldn’t let it push through.
In fact, it’s shifting millions of its R&D budget towards internal combustion engine (ICE) cars over a fleet of EV models.
Some EV owners are now said to be unhappy with their purchases.
With a dual English and French degree and NCTJ diploma, Amelia began her career doing award-winning writing and editing for titles and brands spanning Women's Health, the Telegraph, Boots, and Vitality. Amelia joined the SB Media family in September of 2023, bringing her expertise in SEO and reader takeaway. As Lead Editor, her superpower is translating technical jargon about the mechanical workings of a supercar into a shareable story.
