Tesla unveils Roadster 'flying car' with demonstration
Tesla unveiled its next-generation Roadster car in a livestreamed video demonstration on Thursday, showcasing its ability to fly using SpaceX thruster technology.
TL;DR
- A prototype "flying car" based on the Tesla Roadster was demonstrated.
- The vehicle is equipped with SpaceX thrusters and altitude controls.
- It can fly like a rocket, perform aerial gymnastics, and reach 60 mph in under a second.
- Elon Musk controlled the vehicle remotely during the demonstration.
- Legal and safety regulations for the flying car are currently uncertain.
- The vehicle is not optimized for safety.
- Production is not expected until 2028, and the price has not been revealed.