Elon Musk just announced 'Ludicrous Mode' for the Tesla Model S

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is holding a press conference on Friday. He announced the introduction of "Ludicrous Mode" for the high performance variant of the Model S.

When asked by a member whether Ludicrous Mode had been requested by customers, Must replied, "No one was asking for Ludicrous Mode because it was too ludicrous."

In Ludicrous Mode, Tesla claims the upgraded Model S will be able to 0-60 in just 2.8 seconds - down from 3.2 seconds in insane mode.

"The car can accelerate at 1.1g," Musk said at the press conference. "That's faster than falling."

According to Tesla, the upgraded S will be able to run the quarter miles in 10.9 seconds and reach 155 mph in 22% less time.

Ludicrous Mode will also be available on the upcoming Model X crossover SUV. Musk estimates the Ludicrous Mode-equipped Model X cars to be able to hit 60 mph in 3.2 seconds.

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