Tesla Showcases Flying Roadster 2 Prototype With SpaceX Thrusters
· Automobile · Car and Driver, Wired, Engadget
Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled the long-awaited second-generation Roadster during an evening event at SpaceX's rocket development and testing facility in McGregor, Texas. The event featured a prototype driving upside down across a giant arch before using SpaceX-supplied rocket thrusters to fly forward and perform a barrel roll. During acceleration demonstrations, the Roadster prototype reached 60 mph in a claimed 1.0 second on its first run and 0.81 seconds on its second run. Musk stated that production for the electric sports car is scheduled to begin in 2028. The CEO acknowledged that the vehicle is not safety-optimized and expressed uncertainty regarding its legal status across all public road jurisdictions.
Why it matters
The demonstration showcases extreme propulsion technology applied to consumer vehicles, though prospective buyers face a multi-year wait until production begins in 2028.
Read the original report — Car and Driver
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