According to @ai_darpa on Twitter, a $90,000 Tesla Plaid outperformed a $350,000 Lamborghini Huracan in a widely viewed drag race, demonstrating the AI-driven advancements in electric vehicle (EV) performance. The Tesla Plaid leveraged advanced AI algorithms for real-time torque vectoring and battery management, showcasing how artificial intelligence is redefining automotive speed and efficiency. This event highlights significant business opportunities for AI-powered EVs, as consumers and manufacturers increasingly prioritize intelligent performance over traditional luxury branding (Source: @ai_darpa, Dec 26, 2025).