The incident occurred in September 2026 on a German autobahn. A 2024 Tesla Model S Plaid, which had covered approximately 19,000 kilometers, crashed while traveling at a speed of about 285 km/h. The driver lost control after a tire burst, causing the vehicle to leave the road and roll over multiple times.
The car was equipped with Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tires. In April 2026, a recall was issued for this specific tire model due to a risk of delamination, where the tread separates from the casing. However, it remains unconfirmed whether this specific defect caused the tire failure in this accident.
The Tesla Model S Plaid is capable of reaching a top speed of 322 km/h, with a powertrain exceeding 1,000 horsepower and a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of approximately 2.1 seconds. The driver, who recorded the event, confirmed his survival despite the extensive damage to the vehicle.
