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Tesla Model X Plaid is still dominating drag races nearly 2 years after launch

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Carwow’s SUV drag race includes the Tesla Model X Plaid, Lamborghini Urus Performante, BMW X5M Competition, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 63 S. But perhaps the biggest surprise is the price comparison of the vehicles. sec 0-60 mph launch, 9.7-sec Tesla Model X Plaid sets record with 2.3-sec

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Porsche’s all-new electric Macan will use batteries from China’s CATL

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It was right behind the Cayenne (also due for an EV upgrade) with 87,553 deliveries and Porsche’s second-best seller. In comparison, Porsche delivered 40,629 Taycan electric cars in 2023. Despite sacrificing some range (361 miles/ 591 km WLTP), the Turbo version packs 630 hp and 833 lb-ft for a 0 to 62 mph sprint (0 – 100 km/h) in 3.3