Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second
Tesla revealed the second-generation Roadster sports electric vehicle during an event on October 15, 2026, held at the SpaceX rocket development facility in McGregor, Texas. The unmanned vehicle demonstrated the ability to hit 60 miles per hour in under a second, utilizing compressed-air thrusters developed in collaboration with SpaceX to fly off a ramp, perform a midair flip, and drive upside down. The redesigned electric supercar carries a price tag of $200,000 following nearly a decade of delays and calendar slippage from initial concept announcements.
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- ✓ Tesla unveiled the second-generation Roadster on October 15, 2026, at the SpaceX testing facility in McGregor, Texas.
- ✓ The redesigned electric supercar features technology built in collaboration with SpaceX and utilizes compressed-air thrusters.
- ✓ During the demonstration, the unmanned vehicle flew off a ramp, performed a midair flip, and drove upside down.
- ✓ Tesla claims the new Roadster hits 60 miles per hour in under a second.
What changed
Tesla officially debuted its redesigned second-generation Roadster at a live event on October 15, 2026, showcasing uncrewed flight and acceleration capabilities after nearly a decade of delays.
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Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster With SpaceX Tech
Tesla revealed the second-generation Roadster sports electric vehicle during an event on October 15, 2026, held at the SpaceX rocket development facility in McGregor, Texas. The unmanned vehicle demonstrated the ability to hit 60 miles per hour in under a second, utilizing compressed-air thrusters developed in collaboration with SpaceX to fly off a ramp, perform a midair flip, and drive upside down. The redesigned electric supercar carries a price tag of $200,000 following nearly a decade of delays and calendar slippage from initial concept announcements.
Why it matters
The long-anticipated production reveal follows years of waiting since the initial concept, marking a significant technological collaboration between Tesla and aerospace company SpaceX. While the demonstration at the 4,000-acre Texas facility showcased radical performance claims and uncrewed aerial capabilities, financial analysts note the vehicle is unlikely to immediately drive corporate earnings beats. Production targets are currently set for 2028, though industry observers remain cautious given the history of delays.
What is confirmed
- Tesla unveiled the second-generation Roadster on October 15, 2026, at the SpaceX testing facility in McGregor, Texas.
- The redesigned electric supercar features technology built in collaboration with SpaceX and utilizes compressed-air thrusters.
- During the demonstration, the unmanned vehicle flew off a ramp, performed a midair flip, and drove upside down.
- Tesla claims the new Roadster hits 60 miles per hour in under a second.
- The redesigned Roadster carries a price of $200,000.
Still unconfirmed
- Delivery of the vehicle is not guaranteed despite the production target.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of actual production timelines leading up to the 2028 target
- Independent testing and verification of the vehicle's sub-one-second acceleration and flight claims
- Further details on vehicle safety certifications and regulatory approval for consumer use
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- CNBC — Tesla plans next-generation Roadster reveal after almost a decade of delays
- Reuters — Tesla set to unveil next generation Roadster sports EV after years of delay
- Fox Business — Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second
- WIRED — A Tesla Flying Car? I Don’t Know, Man
- Yahoo Finance — Tesla Roadster probably won't drive an earnings beat, but the big unveil did achieve 2 things
- www.foxnews.com — Tesla Roadster flies, flips and hits 60 mph in a flash
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- www.yahoo.com — Tesla's new Roadster drove upside down, flew and went 0 to 60 ...
- autos.yahoo.com — Tesla's Flying Roadster Hits 60 in 0.81 Seconds - in 2028
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