Tesla unveils SpaceX-powered Roadster capable of flight

Tesla revealed its redesigned second-generation Roadster, equipped with SpaceX thrusters, at an event outside Waco, Texas. CEO Elon Musk announced that the long-delayed vehicle will finally enter production in 2028. During a demonstration, the car utilized a combination of fans and thrusters to perform aerial maneuvers, including driving up an inverted ramp and lifting over other vehicles. Engineering VP Lars Moravy explained that the car uses 10 nozzles and 600 liters of compressed air for these capabilities, with the air tank being rechargeable. Musk also alluded to a potential attempt to jump the Snake River Canyon with the Roadster. He previously claimed the car would achieve 0-60 mph in one second. The Roadster project has faced multiple delays since its initial reveal, with the latest version featuring an angular design and a white exterior.