{"id":7041,"date":"2026-02-17T16:44:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:44:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/non-categorise\/doug-demuro-crowns-the-tesla-model-s-car-of-the-century\/"},"modified":"2026-02-19T13:27:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T12:27:19","slug":"doug-demuro-crowns-the-tesla-model-s-car-of-the-century","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tesliens.com\/en\/news\/doug-demuro-crowns-the-tesla-model-s-car-of-the-century\/","title":{"rendered":"Doug DeMuro Crowns the Tesla Model S Car of the Century"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Doug DeMuro, a YouTube automotive reviewer with over 5 million subscribers, has just settled a debate that has been ongoing among enthusiasts for years. For him, it’s not even a question<\/strong>: the 2012 Tesla Model S<\/strong> is THE most important car of the last 30 years<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

As a Tesla owner and observer of the automotive market’s evolution, I’ve always felt this impact daily. But hearing an external expert, renowned for his objectivity, confirm it with such conviction, validates something profound. <\/p>\n\n

So why does such a respected reviewer place the Tesla Model S<\/strong> on this pedestal, above all other automotive innovations since the 90s?<\/p>\n\n

An Influential Automotive Reviewer Who Doesn’t Pull Punches<\/h2>\n\n

Doug DeMuro is not just any automotive YouTuber. This American automotive reviewer<\/strong> has built a solid reputation thanks to his detailed reviews and his uncompromisingly factual analysis<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

What makes him credible? He tests absolutely every brand without apparent bias. You’ll see him point out the flaws of a Ferrari as easily as the qualities of a Kia. No beating around the bush, no sponsorship influencing his judgment. <\/p>\n\n

This statement about the Tesla Model S comes from a recent video where he retrospectively analyzes the historical impact<\/strong> of certain vehicles on the automotive industry. And his conclusion is unequivocal. <\/p>\n\n

Why does his opinion carry so much weight? Because it represents the perspective of a traditional car enthusiast, not a pre-converted “tech enthusiast.” When someone who isn’t in the Tesla bubble says this, it has a whole different significance. <\/p>\n

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Why the Tesla Model S rather than the Nissan Leaf or the Chevrolet Volt?<\/h2>\n\n

The Forgotten Pioneers<\/h3>\n\n

Let’s remember: the Nissan Leaf and the Chevrolet Volt were released before the Tesla Model S, as early as 2010. Technically, they were the first mass-market electric cars of the modern era. <\/p>\n\n

But their positioning confined them to the role of “green” cars with obvious compromises. Limited driving range, modest performance, questionable design. The general perception was clear: electric vehicle<\/strong> = sacrifice. <\/p>\n\n

The Difference Between Being First and Changing the Game<\/h3>\n\n

Doug DeMuro explains it perfectly: “It’s not the car that does it first, it’s the one that democratizes the technology<\/strong>.”<\/p>\n\n

The Tesla Model S proved that an EV could be desirable without compromise<\/strong>. We’re talking about 400+ kilometers of real-world range compared to barely 150 km for the Leaf. A world of difference. <\/p>\n\n

My observation in the field is unequivocal: people wanted THIS car, not just “an electric car to look good.” The Tesla Model S created desire, not ecological resignation. <\/p>\n\n

The Cultural Revolution: Making Electric Cars Cool<\/h2>\n\n

A Radical Shift in Perception<\/h3>\n\n

Before the Tesla Model S, the image of the electric vehicle<\/strong> was catastrophic: an eco-friendly, slow, and frankly ugly little car. Something for Parisian hipsters willing to make any sacrifice. <\/p>\n\n

After the Tesla Model S? EV = performance<\/strong>, cutting-edge technology, unapologetic luxury. A complete cultural revolution<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

The “wow” factor was everywhere: acceleration that rivaled supercars, a giant touchscreen when others were still using buttons, an elegant design that ages remarkably well.<\/p>\n\n

And today, the Tesla Model S Plaid, exceeding 1,000 horsepower<\/a>, continues to push the boundaries of electric performance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

The Domino Effect on the Global Automotive Industry<\/h3>\n\n

The impact on the automotive industry<\/strong> was immediate. The German giants, who scoffed at first, were forced to react urgently. <\/p>\n\n