Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's latest model, the Roadster 2, at SpaceX's rocket development facility in Texas on Thursday. The car features cold gas thrusters and can drive upside down using suction before flying off a ramp and landing upright.
Key Takeaways
Tesla unveiled its redesigned Roadster powered by cold gas thrusters at SpaceX's test facility in Texas. The car features advanced technology allowing it to drive upside down on a ramp using suction and perform aerial maneuvers. Production is set for 2028, with deposits ranging from $50,000 to $250,000.
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High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car Launch | Broad Agreement | Tesla Roadster 2 launched with thrusters at SpaceX facility in Texas. | |
| Production Start Date | Broad Agreement | Production scheduled for 2028. | |
| Deposit Amounts | Broad Agreement | $50,000 deposit for Performance version; $250,000 for Thrust version. | |
| Car Specifications | Broad Agreement | Car can accelerate from 0-100km/h in less than one second. |
Car Launch
Broad AgreementTesla Roadster 2 launched with thrusters at SpaceX facility in Texas.
Production Start Date
Broad AgreementProduction scheduled for 2028.
Deposit Amounts
Broad Agreement$50,000 deposit for Performance version; $250,000 for Thrust version.
Car Specifications
Broad AgreementCar can accelerate from 0-100km/h in less than one second.
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The vehicle is equipped with altitude controls and main thrusters, enabling it to perform aerial maneuvers such as rolls and jumps over other cars. Musk described the Roadster 2 as capable of accelerating from 0-100km/h in less than one second and reaching speeds exceeding 370km/h.
Production is scheduled for 2028, with deposits ranging from $50,000 for a 'Performance' version to $250,000 for the 'Thrust' version. The top-tier 'Rocket' variant will be available by invitation only and features a full flight system.
Musk emphasized that while the Roadster 2 is not optimized for safety, it represents a significant advancement in electric sports cars. Analysts noted that despite its symbolic importance, the car's financial impact on Tesla will likely be minimal compared to other focus areas like self-driving technology and robotics.
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