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Tesla Model X humbles Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes-AMG G63 in ultimate 4-way SUV drag race

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There is just something incredibly satisfying about seeing all-electric cars standing toe-to-toe with vehicles that are designed optimally for speed and performance. Take a recent 4-way drag race featuring the Tesla Model X P100D and the Lamborghini Urus, the Mercedes-AMG G63, and the Range Rover Sport SVR, for example. With such a lineup of vehicles, the matchup is nothing short of the ultimate SUV drag race.

Among the Model X P100D’s opponents, the Lamborghini Urus is arguably the most interesting. The vehicle, after all, is an SUV built by one of the world’s most radical supercar makers. Equipped with a 4.0 liter V8 twin-turbo engine that produces 641 bhp, the Urus has supercar DNA flowing through its veins. This is evident in the SUV’s design, its sound, and its daunting stance. The Lamborghini Urus looks fast, and it is fast, capable of going from 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds.

The Mercedes-AMG G63, on the other hand, is pretty much an off-roader that has no business of being as fast as it is. Keeping with tradition, Mercedes-AMG kept the G63’s traditional boxy frame, giving the vehicle the appearance of a serious off-road vehicle, but compromising the SUV’s aerodynamics. Despite this, though, the Mercedes-AMG G63 is quick. Propelled forward by its 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine that makes 563 hp, the German-made monster SUV could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds.

The Range Rover Sport SVR is also a traditional SUV that just happens to be incredibly fast. Equipped with a 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine that produces 575 hp, the British-made SUV is capable of hitting 60 mph in as little as 4.3 seconds. With all its muscle and surprising performance, Car and Driver even joked that the Range Rover Sport SVR is a vehicle that almost defies physics.

While the Lamborghini Urus, the Mercedes-AMG G63, and the Range Rover Sport SVR are formidable, the Tesla Model X P100D boasts impressive specs on its own. The seven-seater SUV is equipped with a 100 kWh battery and dual electric motors that produce a combined 772 hp. Thanks to the instant torque provided by its electric motors, the Model X P100D is capable of a supercar-beating 0-60 mph time of 2.9 seconds.

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So what happens when Silicon Valley’s quickest SUV competes against the best of Germany, Italy, and Britain’s fastest SUVs? As it turns out, the Model X P100D does well — very, very well. The vehicles engaged each other in a classic drag race and a rolling race, and in both times, the Model X P100D came out on top. In the first race alone, the P100D immediately dropped the Urus hard, overtaking the beast from Italy off the line. At the end of the race, the Model X P100D completed the quarter mile in 11.3 seconds. The Lamborghini Urus ran the race in 11.9 seconds, while the Mercedes-AMG G63 crossed the quarter-mile mark in 12.3 seconds. The Range Rover Sport SVR was last, crossing the finish line in 12.9 seconds.

What is rather interesting is that the Model X P100D completely walked all over its opponents despite having only 186 miles of range left. That’s around 64% of its battery. Considering that Tesla’s electric cars perform better when their batteries are fully charged, the Model X P100D actually ended up dominating the 4-way ultimate SUV drag race on a handicap.

The Model X P100D has a long list of drag race victims under its belt. Earlier this year, the all-electric SUV also dominated one of America’s fastest SUVs — the 6.2-liter V8 Hellcat-powered Jeep Trackhawk. Just like the Lamborghini Urus, the Trackhawk was hailed as a massive SUV that is as fast as it looks. When faced with the Model X P100D, though, the vehicle proved inadequate to topple the seven-seater SUV.

Watch carwow’s 4-way ultimate SUV battle in the video below.

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Simon is an experienced automotive reporter with a passion for electric cars and clean energy. Fascinated by the world envisioned by Elon Musk, he hopes to make it to Mars (at least as a tourist) someday. For stories or tips--or even to just say a simple hello--send a message to his email, simon@teslarati.com or his handle on X, @ResidentSponge.

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Tesla brings perhaps the coolest interior feature to cars in latest update

Tesla adds on to the “fun” aspect of its vehicles.

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Tesla has brought perhaps the coolest interior feature to its cars in a new update that is rolling out to vehicles now.

The feature will require a newer vehicle that has interior ambient lighting, which is present on the new Model S, Model X, Model 3 “Highland,” and Model Y “Juniper.” The Cybertruck also has ambient lighting strips throughout.

Tesla Model Y’s ambient lighting design changes revealed in leaked video

With the Version 2025.26+ Software Update, Tesla is rolling out a new “Sync Accent Lights w/ Music” feature, which is available on the Tesla Toybox:

To enable the feature, you’ll access the Toybox, choose “Light Sync,” and then choose “Sync Accent Lights w/ Music.”

Although it does not improve the performance of the vehicle, it is yet another example of Tesla making one of the coolest cars out there. This is truly a cool add-on that can be used to impress your friends and family.

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xAI, Musk Foundation helps schools near Memphis supercomputer site

Reports of xAI and the Musk Foundation’s work were recently posted by local news media.

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Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI and the Musk Foundation have been supporting Memphis-Shelby County Schools with HVAC repairs and facility upgrades, while also funding youth programs for students in the area. 

Reports of xAI and the Musk Foundation’s work were recently posted by local news media.

xAI’s school visits lead to facility repairs

Representatives from xAI visited John P. Freeman Optional School, Fairley High School, and Westwood High School, all of which are located near its Colossus supercomputer site, to assess HVAC systems, plumbing, gym facilities, and athletic fields. The visits resulted in a list of priority repairs, some of which were completed in April and May.

In addition to the repairs, xAI also shared a number of initiatives that are planned for students in the area, as stated in a Commercial Appeal report.

“xAI is working on providing STEM workshops for local students, donating equipment to technical training programs, and supporting job fairs to boost employment opportunities. These initiatives reflect xAl’s commitment to fostering education and economic growth in Memphis,” xAI noted in a statement.

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Apart from xAI, the Musk Foundation also donated $350,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis, enabling the reopening of two club sites located at Booker T. Washington High School and Westwood High School. Both locations had closed earlier this year due to lapses in funding. As per xAI, the Musk Foundation’s donation allows clubs to reopen for almost 1,000 students. 

The donation will fund staffing, supplies, and transportation, among others. “Kids are the future of humanity,” Elon Musk said in a statement, adding that students need “every chance to shoot for the stars.”

“We’re honored to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis in reopening these sites, giving kids in underserved communities the tools to build brighter futures,” Musk said.

The gift was praised by local officials, including Boys & Girls Clubs board chair Michael Garriga, who stated that the “commitment will ensure the youth of our community have the opportunities they need to develop their skills and talents to become successful students and future citizens.”

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EV fans urge Tesla to acquire Unplugged Performance for edge in fleet and security industry

Unplugged Performance has built a name for itself by producing performance upgrades for Tesla vehicles.

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A growing number of Tesla enthusiasts and longtime community voices are calling on the electric vehicle maker to acquire Unplugged Performance, a California-based aftermarket company best known for tuning Tesla vehicles and developing specialized government fleet solutions under its UP.FIT division.

The idea was once considered a niche proposal among EV fans, but it is now gaining serious attention not just as a performance play but as a strategic move to deepen Tesla’s roots in the fleet and security industry. 

A strategic fit

Unplugged Performance has built a name for itself by producing performance upgrades for Tesla vehicles, from track-optimized components to visual and aerodynamic upgrades. But in recent years, its UP.FIT division has pivoted toward a more functional future by outfitting Tesla vehicles like Model Ys for police, military, and government use.

That work has sparked growing calls for closer collaboration with Tesla, especially as the EV maker increasingly leans into autonomy, AI, and fleet services as core components of its next chapter.

“I posted this four years ago, but I think it’s more true now than ever,” wrote Whole Mars Catalog, a well-known Tesla investor and FSD Beta tester, on X. “Tesla should buy Unplugged. But not just as a Performance division. What they are doing with UP.FIT unlocks large government and commercial fleet purchases that can improve utilization.”

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Tesla fans such as shareholder Sawyer Merritt echoed the sentiment, calling Unplugged a “great fit within Tesla.” adding, “They are literally located directly next to Tesla’s design studio in Hawthorne.”

Enabling the next wave

Supporters of the idea noted that integrating Unplugged into Tesla’s corporate structure could help accelerate the adoption of autonomous technologies in government sectors. With UP.FIT patrol cars already in use across some U.S. police departments, Tesla fans envisioned a future where self-driving Teslas could potentially revolutionize law enforcement, search-and-rescue, and public service logistics.

“Just imagine how autonomous patrol cars could transform policing and bring us into a safer future,” the veteran FSD tester wrote.

The benefits could also extend to Tesla’s existing consumer base. “They also have some incredible products in the works that I think will appeal to many ordinary Tesla drivers — not just those looking for performance or mods. Stuff that’s so good it should have come straight from the design studio next door,” Whole Mars Catalog noted.

Unplugged Performance, founded in 2013, shares not just a product vision with Tesla, but also geography. Its Hawthorne headquarters sits directly adjacent to Tesla’s design studio, and the two companies have maintained a close working relationship over the years. The aftermarket firm has long positioned itself as a “mission-aligned” partner to Tesla.

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In response to the recent calls for acquisition, Unplugged Performance acknowledged the support from the community. “Our very existence is to support the Tesla mission with @UpfitTesla and @UnpluggedTesla,” Unplugged CEO Ben Schaffer posted on X. “We love working with Tesla and are grateful for the community’s support since 2013!”

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