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Tesla targeting sub-1 second 0-60 mph time with new Roadster: Musk

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From its alleged rocket technology to its capability to fly for short “hops,” Musk’s comments about the upcoming all-electric halo car have been practically fantastical. And in a recent comment, Musk noted that Tesla is targeting an absolutely insane 0-60 mph time with the new Roadster. second 0-60 mph run under ideal conditions.

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Tesla Model S Plaid gives the P100D killer a headstart in drag race, dominates anyway

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Back in 2017, the drag strip was haunted by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive electric car that was capable of humbling supercars on the quarter-mile. That car was the Model S P100D with Ludicrous Mode, Tesla’s flagship sedan at the time, whose violent acceleration was enough to spawn a thousand reaction videos on YouTube.

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Univ. of Utah study finds many infotainment systems too distracting to be used when vehicle in motion

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Many of the infotainment features in most 2017 vehicles are so distracting they should not be enabled while a vehicle is in motion, according to a new study by University of Utah researchers. The study, conducted the study for the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, reviewed infotainment systems in 30 different 2017 vehicles.

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Road Test: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid Max AWD Platinum

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As the power, torque and transmissions would indicate, the Hybrid Max is quicker in 0-60 mph runs at 5.7 The 21-inch, 225/45 Michelin Primacy Tour all-season tires were firmly planted around corners and nicely absorbed road imperfections with no tire slippage when taking a tight twisty more than 15 mph over the posted speed limit.

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