Here is the new Roadster, the flying Tesla (as well)

Here is the new Roadster: Tesla’s most powerful model was unveiled in Texas. It’s so powerful that it can even fly…

It lifts off using highly pressurized gas

You can’t expect a typical presentation from Tesla, with a car demonstrating its capabilities on the road. Elon Musk always raises the bar for something “wildly unusual.” This time he unveiled a model that moves backward, jumps over other vehicles, and even performs aerial rotations. This is made possible by the famous thrusters developed with Space X. It’s a technology that Musk has talked about for years, without clear insight into how far Tesla had progressed in developing it. The answer came at Space X’s own facility where the presentation took place: the Roadster was able to lift off from the ground and surpass several vehicles, including a Cybertruck, a Cybercab, and other Tesla models. The principle relies on the use of highly compressed gas ejected from thrusters. Unlike a traditional rocket, it does not involve burning fuel to generate thrust.

a push.

Here is the new Roadster, with terrifying acceleration

The pressure tanks, reinforced with carbon fiber, are integrated into the available space within the vehicle. The goal is to generate sufficient thrust to lift the car into the air, as well as improve its performance on land. But these aren’t true flying cars: they are short-duration maneuvers in a controlled environment. The ability to briefly take off is not the only impressive feature of this new model. Tesla announces three versions of the Roadster, each with very different characteristics. The Performance version is the most affordable, featuring two seats, active aerodynamic elements, and a turbocharging system. Tesla claims a 0 to 96 km/h acceleration time of less than 1.6 seconds. The “Thrust” version adds compressed gas thrusters at the rear to reduce the 0 to 96 km/h acceleration time to under 0.9 seconds.

Three versions, with the Rocket reaching 370 km/h

But those who can afford it will surely seek the most powerful version, the Rocket (single-seater), equipped with multiple thrusters distributed around the vehicle. It’s capable of generating and controlling those aerial maneuvers. Tesla claims 0-96 km/h acceleration in under 0.59 seconds, with a top speed of over 370 km/h. It features two active aerodynamic wings using actuators derived from research on Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus. Range isn’t exceptional, just a little over 480 km, but it’s clear that for buyers of this kind of vehicle, range isn’t the main concern. As for the design, completely revolutionary compared to the original model, we leave it up to you to judge. The interior is minimalist, though not as extreme as Ferrari’s Luce. It includes a yoke-style steering wheel paired with electronic steering, a large central screen, and two smaller displays.

for the driver.

Here is the new Roadster: you can pre-order it, but prices are not available

When will the first units of the new Roadster be delivered? And at what price? This is not clear, even though a reservation website is already online. However, be aware: the Roadster version will only be sold by invitation, with Tesla deciding who gets it. Production numbers for the Thrust version are also limited. Reservations are available for the Performance version, but here too one must pay 5,000 euros upfront immediately and another 45,000 euros within 10 days. No prices have been announced yet. But even if you have no intention of buying a Roadster, it’s worth visiting the website to read through the language used in the presentation. Phrases like “Challenges the limits of design, engineering, and physics to deliver a masterfully crafted extraterrestrial vehicle” or “beyond the limits of another world,” and so on.

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