Despite Teslas being one of the most recognizable EVs out there, Unplugged Performance has created a variety of tuning kits for Teslas, advancing their performance capabilities as well as truly customizing them.
Teslas are pretty capable in terms of their performance. Reading almost any online review, the performance Teslas brings to the table is something that is consistently favorably discussed. Since Tesla's Roadster, the first Tesla publicly available, their lineup has steadily expanded, providing a variety of chassis styles to suit a variety of driving needs and styles. Stylistically, all Teslas share the intensely streamlined exterior, using gentle sloping lines to minimize air resistance. But as true gearheads, the desire for more power and greater performance is always there regardless of how great the capabilities of the stock car are.
So let's look at the Tesla tuning avenues available from Unplugged Performance, seeing how the modifications made can improve performance.
Lucid Looks Locate the Exterior In The Racing Heritage
The majority of the most visible changes made by Unplugged Performance are external modifications aimed at maximizing aerodynamics.
As most people will have observed, race cars of various disciplines all utilize external modifications to reduce drag and increase downforce. Consequently, there's something of an understanding that placing some of these 'racing' modifications will improve performance, leading to the addition of front-lip splitters, massive rear spoilers, and widebody fender flares. While these modifications look good, these modifications are best experienced at high levels of performance, meaning that a high-performance vehicle like the Tesla Model S will benefit significantly from these external changes.
More specifically, Unplugged Performance starts with a carbon fiber body conversion to reduce drag and maximize downforce, while minimizing weight, due to the natural lightness and strength of carbon fiber as a material. It can be fitted in its gray natural color or can be painted to match the color of the car. This body conversion includes a rear wing, front lip spoiler, rear diffuser, and side skirts, all made of carbon fiber. Consequently, these changes have three main benefits: 1) reduce drag 2) increase downforce during high speeds, and 3) add a sporty look to the Tesla.
Interior Changes To Personalise Each Car
We all know that what you see and feel inside a car is really important, as you will be inside the car most of the time that you are driving somewhere. So Unplugged Performance has created a variety of interior upgrades to personalize each Tesla.
These upgrades can be split into two main categories: racing safety and aesthetic alterations. Racing safety features are highlighted by options such as race-ready bucket seats, 4-point, and 6-point racing harnesses, and a harness bar system in some models. These features allow for the driver to maximize the performance potential of their Tesla with the added safety features appropriate for the highest levels of performance. This way performance can be enjoyed in a safe manner, not to mention, that racing harnesses automatically add to the racer aesthetic even more.
While aesthetic alterations do not directly influence performance, they are nonetheless important, as they can significantly impact the driver's enjoyment and overall satisfaction with their Tesla. Like with anything else, customization comes with a price as it makes something that was once generic, truly unique. The time and effort taken to make something individualized is what creates the price increase. That is not to say that these alterations are not worth it, but rather, to highlight their worth in both sentimental and financial terms. Unplugged Performance has created a variety of interior customization options, each revolving around integrating premium Alcantara to either the dashboard or the headliner, instead of the factory wood inserts. The softness and elegance of Alcantara add a touch of luxury and comfort rarely found in performance vehicles.
Mechanical Modifications To Promote Performance Potential
While exterior aerodynamics and bucket seats are important, the mechanical modifications offered by Unplugged Performance are the most significant in improving performance directly.
The mechanical side of things is encapsulated by three key pillars; brakes, suspensions, and wheels, each working together to help the driver maximize the power potential through improved handling. Starting off with wheels, there are a variety of sizes, colors, and variations to choose from ranging from forged lightweight to forged super lightweight wheels, which utilize a carbon barrel to reduce weight even further. This allows for faster acceleration, greater driving response all the while maintaining strength and durability. Moving to the suspension options, the model range is truly massive, made up of a variety of lowering springs, adjustable camber arms, coil-overs, and air suspension shocks, ensuring that each Tesla can be customized to perform at its best regardless of surface. Finally, in terms of brakes, there are a variety of performance options yet again, highlighted by super light carbon-ceramic brakes, performance brake pads, and upgraded stainless steel brake lines, to ensure that there is sufficient braking capacity for performance applications.
All in all, the performance upgrades available from Unplugged Performance are sure to take your stock Tesla and turn it into a customized, performance weapon.