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Why Women Should Drive Model S: Passion, Passengers and Purses

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Previously, we took a nearly satirical look at 11 reasons a woman would want to drive a Model S. As a woman with over one blissful year of co-ownership with my better half, I wanted to dig deeper. I present to you: Passion, passengers and purses.

Passion – The Model S is sexy; no two ways about it! This car is a head-turner. It is sleek, sporty, smart and silent. It’s a Carrie and a Miranda. It’s also a Mindy, because the car is so smart and intuitive, it’s the PhD of the car world. It is smart enough to improve over time, even taking real life data to correct previous mistakes like slowing too abruptly while using Traffic Aware Cruise Control.

But passion is more than initial attraction.

The Model S has performance that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced and that is what drives real passion. The high you get from stepping on that go pedal and feeling the car expertly and intensely leap forward can leave you breathless. You will outgun nearly any car on the road, merge onto a highway with ease and pass a large truck in an instant. You will do all this while gripping a steering wheel so luxurious in feel that it practically dares you to “Grab on, beautiful and see what my instant torque can do!”

Passengers – Who do you transport? Friends, parents, tiny humans? The rear seat is large and comfortable. Thanks to the lack of center floor bump from all those unnecessary mechanicals that a gasoline-powered car has, three adults can sit comfortably in the rear. As can three children. Or, in my case, two very tall friends and their little one in a car seat between them. Oh, and have I mentioned the optional third row? That little gem can accommodate two kids between the ages of 3-7 (size restrictions apply) without the use of a car seat. They have harness style seat belts and remind you of the old family station wagon. Except, better in every possible way.

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If you’re like me, who rarely has passengers, the Tesla is a quiet escape. A friend to talk to. Think of a song that matches your mood or call up a dance party for one.

But most of all, Model S is a safe haven. Literally. The testing authorities have spoken and this car is an all around winner. As Elon Musk recently explained, safety isn’t really measured in stars (though this car ranks in fives), it’s measured by how likely you are to get injured in an accident. Whether you are driving solo, bringing that new baby home from the hospital, toting elderly parents or wrangling a whole carpool of other people’s kids, you can be assured that your precious cargo will be kept safe.

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Purses – To me, purses are a necessary evil because two phones and a tube of Chapstick is too much to fit into my pockets. To some, they are a hobby, accessory, or diaper bag. Whatever your case, all but the largest purses will sit nicely in the center. No more wondering where to place it when you have a front passenger and no more watching it slide onto the floor, spilling contents, when the goofball driver in front of you stops too quickly.

Bonus: Environmental friendliness. Most of us have started to care more, in one way or another, about how our actions impact the environment. Be it recycling, installing LED bulbs at home or even making use of solar panels, there are things we can all do to make a smaller impact. Driving an electric car is one of the most enjoyable ways to further that mission.

Side Note: But Electric Jen, I “need” and SUV. No you don’t. With available dual motor all wheel drive your Model S will perform in the snow and ice just as well, if not better, than that SUV you think you need. Cargo space? The hatch plus frunk probably bests your SUV in cubic feet. Lot of passengers? The optional third row seat matches even the largest SUVs by seating 7. Visibility? I’m 5’1″ and can’t really see over the hood of my Genesis Coupe but in the Tesla, have a commanding seating position. Still not convinced? Go ahead and put in your reservation for the Model X but don’t say I didn’t warn you the wait for one will be torture.

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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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X account with 184 followers inadvertently saves US space program amid Musk-Trump row

Needless to say, the X user has far more than 184 followers today after his level-headed feat.

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An X user with 184 followers has become the unlikely hero of the United States’ space program by effectively de-escalating a row between SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump on social media.

Needless to say, the X user has far more than 184 followers today after his level-headed feat.

A Near Fall

During Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s fallout last week, the U.S. President stated in a post on Truth Social that a good way for the United States government to save money would be to terminate subsidies and contracts from the CEO’s companies. Musk responded to Trump’s post by stating that SpaceX will start decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft immediately. 

Musk’s comment was received with shock among the space community, partly because the U.S. space program is currently reliant on SpaceX to send supplies and astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). Without Dragon, the United States will likely have to utilize Russia’s Soyuz for the same services—at a significantly higher price.

X User to the Rescue

It was evident among X users that Musk’s comments about Dragon being decommissioned were posted while emotions were high. It was then no surprise that an X account with 184 followers, @Fab25june, commented on Musk’s post, urging the CEO to rethink his decision. “This is a shame this back and forth. You are both better than this. Cool off and take a step back for a couple days,” the X user wrote in a reply.

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Much to the social media platform’s surprise, Musk responded to the user. Even more surprising, the CEO stated that SpaceX would not be decommissioning Dragon after all. “Good advice. Ok, we won’t decommission Dragon,” Musk wrote in a post on X.

Not Planned, But Welcomed

The X user’s comment and Musk’s response were received extremely well by social media users, many of whom noted that @Fab25june’s X comment effectively saved the U.S. space program. In a follow-up comment, the X user, who has over 9,100 followers as of writing, stated that he did not really plan on being a mediator between Musk and Trump. 

“Elon Musk replied to me. Somehow, I became the accidental peace broker between two billionaires. I didn’t plan this. I was just being me. Two great minds can do wonders. Sometimes, all it takes is a breather. Grateful for every like, DM, and new follow. Life’s weird. The internet’s weirder. Let’s ride. (Manifesting peace… and maybe a Model Y.)” the X user wrote.

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Tesla Cybertruck takes a bump from epic failing Dodge Charger

The Cybertruck seemed unharmed by the charging Charger.

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There comes a time in a driver’s life when one is faced with one’s limitations. For the driver of a Dodge Charger, this time came when he lost control and crashed into a Tesla Cybertruck–an absolute epic fail. 

A video of the rather unfortunate incident was shared on the r/TeslaLounge subreddit.

Charging Charger Fails

As could be seen in the video, which was posted on the subreddit by Model Y owner u/Hammer_of_something, a group of teens in a Dodge Charger decided to do some burnouts at a Tesla Supercharger. Unfortunately, the driver of the Charger failed in his burnout or donut attempt, resulting in the mopar sedan going over a curb and bumping a charging Cybertruck.

Ironically, the Dodge Charger seemed to have been parked at a Supercharger stall before its driver decided to perform the failed stunt. This suggests that the vehicle was likely ICE-ing a charging stall before it had its epic fail moment. Amusingly enough, the subreddit member noted that the Cybertruck did not seem like it took any damage at all despite its bump. The Charger, however, seemed like it ran into some trouble after crashing into the truck.

Alleged Aftermath

As per the the r/TeslaLounge subreddit member, the Cybertruck owner came rushing out to his vehicle after the Dodge Charger crashed into it. The Model Y owner then sent over the full video of the incident, which clearly showed the Charger attempting a burnout, failing, and bumping into the Cybertruck. The Cybertruck owner likely appreciated the video, in part because it showed the driver of the Dodge Charger absolutely freaking out after the incident.

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The Cybertruck is not an impregnable vehicle, but it can take bumps pretty well thanks to its thick stainless steel body. Based on this video, it appears that the Cybertruck can even take bumps from a charging Charger, all while chilling and charging at a Supercharger. As for the teens in the Dodge, they likely had to provide a long explanation to authorities after the incident, since the cops were called to the location.

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