'Well, it worked': Elon Musk unveils new Tesla Roadster that can fly
Elon Musk debuted a new Tesla Roadster capable of flight, flips, and upside-down driving during a Thursday event at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas. The vehicle utilizes cold gas thruster technology from SpaceX to perform aerial maneuvers and reaches 60 mph in under a second. Musk stated, "Well, it worked," during the reveal. Tesla plans to start production of the hypercar in 2028. To support the new model, Musk announced plans to build a "wild looping track" at the company's Texas headquarters for Roadster owners.
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- ✓ Elon Musk unveiled a flying Tesla Roadster at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas.
- ✓ The vehicle uses cold gas thruster technology from SpaceX to fly, flip, and drive upside down.
- ✓ The new Roadster reaches 60 mph in under a second.
- ✓ Elon Musk stated, "Well, it worked," during the debut.
What changed
Tesla revealed a Roadster that uses SpaceX cold gas thrusters to fly and flip.
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Elon Musk unveils flying Tesla Roadster with SpaceX thrusters
Elon Musk debuted a new Tesla Roadster capable of flight, flips, and upside-down driving during a Thursday event at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas. The vehicle utilizes cold gas thruster technology from SpaceX to perform aerial maneuvers and reaches 60 mph in under a second. Musk stated, "Well, it worked," during the reveal. Tesla plans to start production of the hypercar in 2028. To support the new model, Musk announced plans to build a "wild looping track" at the company's Texas headquarters for Roadster owners.
Why it matters
This reveal marks a shift from traditional electric vehicles to a hybrid of automotive and aerospace technology. The integration of SpaceX thrusters suggests a deeper technical convergence between Musk's companies. Market analysts suggest the reveal could significantly impact Tesla stock.
What is confirmed
- Elon Musk unveiled a flying Tesla Roadster at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas.
- The vehicle uses cold gas thruster technology from SpaceX to fly, flip, and drive upside down.
- The new Roadster reaches 60 mph in under a second.
- Elon Musk stated, "Well, it worked," during the debut.
Still unconfirmed
- Tesla will build a wild looping track at its Texas HQ for Roadster owners.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of production timelines and deposit details
- Technical verification of the 0.81 second acceleration claim
- Regulatory approvals for flight-capable vehicles in the US
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