Tesla Demonstrates Flying Next-Gen Roadster, Omits Production Details

Tesla demonstrated the next-generation Roadster at an event in Waco, Texas, where the vehicle briefly flew, drove upside down, and accelerated to 60mph in under a second. The original 2017 prototype promised a 200 kWh battery, 620 miles of range, and a $200,000 starting price, with early adopters placing deposits between $50,000 and $250,000. The sub-30-minute demonstration functioned entirely as a stunt show, explicitly omitting any updated pricing, trim levels, or target production dates. The demonstration showcased the long-promised SpaceX package, which utilizes cold-gas thrusters to achieve the sub-one-second acceleration and hover capabilities. Some analysts theorize the renewed focus on the supercar, which Elon Musk previously minimized as a financially insignificant project, may be setting the stage for a rumored merger between Tesla and SpaceX.