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Tesla's Model 3 "Ludicrous"017 Archivesalmost ready for launch.

The yet-to-be-unveiled performance model has been spotted and photographed, both covered and uncovered, by several people who posted the images and videos on X.

Twitter user named @BooDev posted several high-resolution images of the new car in front of a Tesla store. In the photos, you can clearly see a red Tesla M3 with the updated front fascia styling, a "Ludicrous" badge on the back, new wheels with red brake calipers, and a carbon fibre spoiler, among other details.

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We don't know its official name yet, but the 'Ludicrous' badge is right there on the back. Credit: @BooDev

BooDev also posted a short video of the new Tesla in motion. He claims that the photos and videos were taken at a Tesla showroom in Malibu, where the company held a private event to showcase the new cars. There's little info on the specs, aside from the acceleration, which is apparently 2.9 seconds from 0-60mph (Tesla Model 3 Long Range goes from 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds, and the old Tesla Model 3 Performance achieves the same feat in 3.1 seconds).

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The news broke on April 1, which makes any announcement or leak suspicious, but this one looks as real as it gets. Additionally, it's supported by images of a covered Tesla M3, posted on X by Chris Zheng, also on April 1, as well as these photos and videos, posted by @DennisCW. We also have a number of previous leaks and reports pointing to a new variant of M3 being in the works, which align with the new images.

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If Tesla is indeed hosting private events to show off the updated Model 3, the official launch can't be very far.

SEE ALSO: Tesla Model 3 'Ludicrous' will be more than just a speedier M3, new leaks show

Besides the updated exterior features, and a shorter 0-60mph time, the new Model 3 is rumored to come with Active Suspension, automatic shifting between D and R (forward and reverse) modes, sportier seats, and a carbon fibre dash inlay, among other details.

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