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BREAKING: Tesla Roadster Takes Flight With SpaceX Thrusters in Texas Reveal
BREAKING NEWS | October 16, 2026 | JigrockRadio News
Elon Musk’s Tesla unveiled its long-awaited second-generation Roadster at a SpaceX testing facility in McGregor, Texas, on Thursday, October 15. In a dramatic demonstration, the electric sports car briefly lifted off the ground, maneuvered in midair and landed using compressed-air thrusters developed with SpaceX.
What did Tesla demonstrate?
The redesigned Roadster drove upside down on a curved ramp using a powerful suction system, then rotated and landed using cold-gas thrusters. Another demonstration showed the car leaping over other Tesla vehicles. The showcase featured a remotely operated prototype rather than a consumer-ready flying car.
Speed, range and launch plans
Tesla says the Roadster can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in less than one second, exceed 230 mph and travel more than 300 miles on a charge. Those are company claims from a demonstration, not independently verified consumer-vehicle specifications. Musk says production is planned for 2028, after years of delays.
Tesla outlined Performance, Thrust and invitation-only Rocket variants. The Rocket version is designed for more extensive aerial maneuvers, but its legality on public roads and the broader safety implications remain unresolved. Brief powered hops should not be confused with conventional sustained flight.
Will drivers be able to buy one?
Tesla has reopened reservations, but the 2028 production target is not a guarantee of delivery. Pricing and regulatory approval remain key questions. The Roadster is a striking engineering demonstration; whether it becomes a practical consumer vehicle remains to be seen.
Sources: Reuters and Associated Press.