Tesla Unveils Next-Gen Roadster That Flies and Hits 60mph in Under a Second
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Tesla Inc. showcased its long-awaited next-generation Roadster at an event in Waco, Texas, featuring impressive airborne capabilities. The electric supercar demonstrated its ability to drive upside down, briefly fly, and accelerate to 60mph in under a second, utilizing thrusters for its airborne tricks.
Elon Musk highlighted the significance of this demonstration, which aims to invigorate Tesla's auto business. The new Roadster, equipped with SpaceX-powered thrusters, leaped over various Tesla models during the event, marking a notable advancement in automotive technology.
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“Tesla Inc. is hoping a flight demonstration can give its ground-bound auto business a lift.”
Bloomberg — Tesla Showcases Long-Awaited Roadster With Airborne Tricks“Elon Musk promised a flying car.”
The Verge — The Tesla Roadster flew, drove upside down, and hit 60mph in under a second“The automaker unveiled its next luxury sports car at an event in Texas.”
Wired — The Tesla Roadster 2 Is Here—and It Flies“The new car used thrusters to leap over a Cybercab, Cybertruck, Tesla Semi, Model Y, and Model 3 at a demo in Texas.”
TechCrunch — Tesla reveals SpaceX-powered Roadster that flies and falls with style“The revised Tesla Roadster has been a long time coming, with Elon Musk first showing off an earlier version back in November 2017.”
business insider — Elon Musk just unveiled a Tesla Roadster that flies — take a look
“Elon Musk has been saying the demo might be a literal "banger."”
engadget — Tesla Roadster reveal live: Updates from the launch of the next-gen sportscar
Earlier versions
- Oct 16, 1:28 AM — Tesla Roadster Flies, Drives Upside Down, Hits 60mph in Under a Second (3/3)