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Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package unlocks 200 mph top speed and track-level performance

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Tesla (TSLA) has finally unveiled the goodies that can unleash the full potential of a Model S Plaid. Tesla enthusiasts have been waiting for this option since the electric automaker delivered the first Plaid Model S in June 2021.

The automaker is now offering a hardware and software bundle called the Track Package. The Tesla Model S Plaid Track Pack unlocks track-level handling and the much-awaited 200 mph (~322 km/h) top speed.

Without the Track Package, Tesla has software-limited the top speed of a Tesla Model S Plaid to around 162 mph or 260 km/h (watch on Autobahn).

Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package appeared on the official Tesla online shop yesterday and has already gone popular among the Tesla enthusiast community.

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Tesla wrote the following description of the Model S Plaid Track Package:

Designed for the ultimate track experience, the Model S Plaid Track Package delivers high-speed stability, maximum cornering force and repeatable stopping power during high-performance driving while unlocking a top speed of 200 mph.

The Track Package includes aluminum forged wheels, track-ready tires and brake fluid, new carbon-silicon carbide rotors, and one-piece forged calipers with high-performance pads.

Our rotors feature continuous-fiber technology and are constructed in a unique 3D matrix to add strength and manage heat more effectively. For additional durability, a ceramic friction layer covers the entire rotor surface to reduce brake dust, corrosion and wear while also improving pedal feel for daily driving.

The stock brake calipers of Tesla Model S Plaid have long been a target of criticism by owners and enthusiasts. The braking performance of the car is not at par with these stock brakes, especially on a race track.

Tesla Model S Plaid stock brake calipers are too small for full-throttle experiments with track-level braking.

A closer look at the Tesla Model S Plaid stock brake calipers and rotor.
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Although the larger carbon ceramic brakes were available from Tesla’s online shop, they cost a hefty $20,000. Now in the same price range ($15K – $20K), Tesla is offering the entire Track Package including wheels, tires, single-piece forged brake calipers, brake rotors, brake fluid, and the software update.

Closeup picture of the Tesla Model S Track Package wheels and brake calipers. Credit: Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
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Tesla included Goodyear Supercar 3R (Eagle F1) tires in the Model S Plaid Track Package. These are purely summer performance tires and Tesla recommends not to use them in temperatures of 40℉ (5℃) or below.

Tesla 20″ Zero-G wheels and Goodyear Supercar 3R tires for Model S Plaid Track Package. Credit: Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Here’s the entire list of hardware items included in the Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package:

Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit:

  • 2x 410 x 40mm carbon-silicon carbide front rotors
  • 2x 410 x 32mm carbon-silicon carbide rear rotors
  • 2x 6-piston one-piece forged front calipers with high-performance brake pads
  • 2x 4-piston one-piece, forged rear calipers with high-performance brake pads
  • 2x integrated, caliper-mounted parking brakes
  • Track-ready brake fluid
  • Updated FW tuned for peak performance

Wheel/Tire Components:

  • 2x 20X10J, Zero-G wheels with 285/35R20 Goodyear Supercar 3R tires (front)
  • 2x 20X11J, Zero-G wheels with 305/30R20 Goodyear Supercar 3R tires (rear)
  • TPMS, Zero-G center caps, tire nut valves, and lug nut covers
The tread design of the Goodyear Supercar Eagle F1 3R tire included in the Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package. Credit: Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

The availability of the Tesla Model S Plaid Track Package will begin in June 2023 and it can only be ordered by Model S Plaid owners via the Tesla Mobile App.

In addition to the hardware components, Model S Plaid Track Package also includes customized Track Mode software by Tesla.

Tesla Model S Plaid has been conquering dragstrips since its launch. It will be worth watching the track performance of this luxury family sedan with the new Track Package.

However, with 3rd-party customizations such as Unplugged Performance, Tesla Model S Plaid has already conquered the likes of Pikes Peak and Laguna Seca.

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Tesla Model S track pack unlocks 200 mph top speed with new wheels, tires, and carbon ceramic brakes. Credit: Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

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By Iqtidar Ali

Iqtidar has been writing about Tesla, Elon Musk, and EVs for more than 3 years on XAutoWorld.com, many of his articles have been republished on CleanTechnica and InsideEVs, maintains a healthy relationship with the Tesla community across the Social Media sphere. You can reach him on Twitter @IqtidarAlii

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