Along with the Roadrunner Project, which involves batteries, Tesla is reported to have another secret project in the works and is called Palladium and the focus is on a new Model S and Model X.
Project Roadrunner’s goal is to increase batteries at a lower cost and it is surely the most important project at Tesla right now. However, an update or a complete redesign of at least the Model S has also been highly anticipated. The Model S is a bit dated and hasn’t received a complete redesign since its debut in 2012.
Meanwhile, the Tesla Model X is a bit cooler. It came on the scene in late 2015, so it may not need as much of a complete makeover as the Model S, but according to rumors, the Palladium Project is focused on overhauling both Teslas.
There is very little information about the Palladium Project, even if they are not “sources” to confirm its existence and focus. The project is developed both in Fremont and in the gigafactory of Nevada. Tesla is said to be reviewing both sites in preparation for new versions of the Model S and Model X.
There seems to be some connection to the Tesla Model S Plaid that was often seen licking the Nurburgring as well. Rumors suggest that the powertrain found in the checkered Model S may form the basis for the new and / or refurbished Model S and Model X.
Other rumors point to new bodies for both vehicles, so it seems that the rumors are everywhere, but it seems certain that the Palladium Project exists. However, the focus is not confirmed, nor do we know of any official details.
We will closely follow this unfolding story to see how it all unfolds. In the meantime, check out the Tesla Model S Plaid in the gallery below:
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