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Tesla Unveils Roadster with SpaceX Thrusters
Tesla’s new Roadster uses SpaceX thrusters to fly upside down and jump vehicles, landing in 2028.
In brief
Tesla’s new Roadster uses SpaceX thrusters to fly upside down and jump vehicles, landing in 2028. Tesla unveiled a Roadster with SpaceX thrusters that flies upside down and jumps vehicles, starting production in 2028. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Tesla Unveils Roadster
Tesla unveiled a redesigned Roadster powered with SpaceX thrusters on Oct 15, 2026.
Roadster Demonstrates Air Maneuvers
The white two-seater vehicle drove upside down on a ramp using suction, turned in air, and landed with thrusters.
Roadster Jumps Vehicles
The Roadster used thrusters to jump over a truck and other vehicles during mid-air turns.
Production Starts in 2028
Tesla said production would start in 2028 after years of missed Roadster deadlines.
Investor Focus Shifts
Investors care more about third-quarter results than the Roadster’s symbolic value.
Musk’s Engineering Flex
Gene Munster called the Roadster an engineering flex with no commercial value beyond embarrassing traditional car makers.
Roadster as Halo Car
Morningstar analyst Seth Goldstein said the Roadster will be Tesla’s new halo car.
Roadster Pricing Details
Tesla’s reservation page shows a Performance version requiring a US$50,000 deposit and a Thrust version with US$250,000 deposit.
At a glance
Tesla unveiled a Roadster with SpaceX thrusters that flies upside down and jumps vehicles, starting production in 2028.
