Tesla unveils flying Roadster with SpaceX thrusters
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Tesla revealed its second-generation Roadster with cold-gas thrusters that enable aerial stunts; production is slated for 2028.
Tesla unveiled its redesigned Roadster at an event outside Waco, Texas, showing the car use thrusters to drive up an inverted ramp, spin, and land, as well as lift over other Tesla models while moving. [1] [2]
The vehicle will be offered in three trims—Performance, Thrust and Rocket—with 300 miles of range and top speeds above 230 mph; Tesla is taking $50,000 reservations for the Performance trim and $250,000 for Thrust. [1]
CEO Elon Musk said the car will be built in 2028 and described it as a halo vehicle, while noting safety is not the main goal. [1]
Sources
- Tesla reveals SpaceX-powered Roadster that flies and falls with style
TechCrunch · · Excerpt
- Tesla Showcases Long-Awaited Roadster With Aerial Tricks
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