Elon Musk just unveiled a Tesla Roadster that flies — take a look
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- Times of Indiaseen 17 Oct, 01:10headline rewritten
Tesla's 'flying car' Roadster stuns in demo: How high can it fly & what will it cost?Tesla's 'flying car' Roadster stuns in demo: How high can it fly and what will it cost?
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Fri, 16 October 2026
63 reports- businessinsider.com00:00first to report
The revised Tesla Roadster has been a long time coming, with Elon Musk first showing off an earlier version back in November 2017.
- afr.com00:52
- ynetnews.com01:57
Nearly nine years after its original unveiling, Tesla demonstrates a redesigned electric supercar that drives upside down, performs midair flips and clears other vehicles using SpaceX-inspired compressed-air thrusters; a separate recorded test shows blistering acceleration, but production is not expected until 2028
- windermeresun.com02:35
Dear Friends & Neighbors, (Please click on red links & note magenta) Wow, this is IT!!! The flying car of tomorrow was unveiled at Tesla’s Roadster launch! A truly remarkable engineer…
- Die Zeit (Germany)03:04
- La Repubblica (Italy)03:05
Sviluppata con l’azienda aerospaziale, la versione più potente può decollare per brevi tratti e rimanere sospesa. Velocità massima 370km/h, produzione prevista nel 2028
- Google News - Top Stories03:08
Elon Musk's flying Tesla is gloriously absurd Axios Tesla unveils what it says is a flying car CNN Do the Tesla Roadster's aerial stunts count as flying? New Atlas Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Flying cars: Tesla's new Roadster uses SpaceX thrusters to turn in the air, can drive upside down The Jerusalem Post
- Google News - Top Stories03:18
A Tesla Flying Car? I Don’t Know, Man WIRED Tesla's new Roadster turns in air with SpaceX thrusters, won't land until 2028 Reuters With Tesla Roadster debut, Elon Musk shows "flying cars are real" CBS News Tesla’s $250,000 Roadster Deposit: Is It a Rounding Error at 186x Earnings? Yahoo Finance Tesla reveals next-generation Roadster after almost a decade of delays CNBC
- Le Figaro (France)04:15
Attendu depuis dix ans, le Tesla Roadster a enfin été dévoilé par Elon Musk lors d’un spectacle de haute voltige. Nous avons suivi en direct l’événement.
- Times of India04:38
- RMF24 (Poland)05:01
Tesla pokazała nowego Roadstera z napędem rakietowym. Auto ma rozpędzać się do 370 km/h
- Der Spiegel (Germany)05:02
Laut Elon Musk soll es das letzte Tesla-Fahrzeug werden, das noch von Menschen gefahren wird – dafür aber mit Kaltgas-Triebwerken: Die Vorstellung des neuen Roadster-Modells gerät zur Flugshow.
- Novinky (Czechia)05:31
Tesla po téměř devíti letech představila novou generaci elektrického roadsteru. Dvoumístný sportovní vůz vyvinutý ve spolupráci s vesmírnou společností SpaceX dokáže díky stlačenému vzduchu předvádět akrobatické manévry, včetně otoček ve vzduchu. Automobilka slibuje zrychlení na 97 km/h za méně než sekundu, sériová výroba ale začne nejdříve v roce 2028.
- Slobodna Dalmacija (Croatia)05:46
Elon Musk privukao je veliku pozornost predstavljanjem Teslina sportskog automobila Roadster, i to na prilično nesvakidašnji način. Automobil je lansiran s rampe, prevrnuo se u zraku i potom sigurno sletio na tlo kao svemirski brod, demonstrirajući tehnologiju razvijenu u suradnji Tesle i SpaceX-a....
- tportal (Croatia)06:00
Tesla je nakon gotovo devet godina ponovno predstavila novu generaciju Roadstera - ovaj put uz demonstraciju u kojoj je električni automobil vozio po rampi naopako, izveo okret u zraku i spustio se na tlo pomoću potisnika.
- Index.hr (Croatia)06:02
ŠEF TESLE Elon Musk predstavio je automobil za koji tvrdi da može letjeti.
- 24sata (Croatia)06:07
Musk je pokazao novi Teslin Roadster, sportski automobil s dva sjedala
- Vecernji list (Croatia)06:12VIDEO Musk pokazao leteću Teslu: Automobil izveo salto u zraku, do stotke ubrzao za manje od sekunde
Tesla je predstavila novu verziju električnog Roadstera koja je tijekom demonstracije vozila naopako po zakrivljenoj rampi, a zatim se nakratko podigla u zrak. Elon Musk tvrdi da automobil koristi spremnik visokotlačnog zraka i posebne potisnike, no još nije poznato kada će početi serijska proizvodnja.
- iheart.com06:17
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- iheart.com06:17
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- iheart.com06:17
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- iheart.com06:17
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- El Mundo (Spain)06:24
La compañía también aseguró que el deportivo podrá superar los 370 kilómetros por hora y ofrecer una autonomía superior a 480 kilómetros Leer
- Euronews06:25
Musk said the Roadster has "altitude control thrusters and main thrusters in the rear, so it can basically fly like a rocket."
- tportal (Croatia)06:56
Više od desetljeća nakon što je najavljen, a devet godina otkako je predstavljen koncept, Teslin Roadster sljedeće generacije, napokon je predstavljen javnosti. I to na kakav način
- Dnevnik.hr (Croatia)07:04
- Al Jazeera English07:10
Tesla has unveiled an electric car that can drive upside down and use rocket-like thrusters to jump and turn mid-air.
- ABC (Spain)07:10
Tesla presentó el jueves un Roadster rediseñado con propulsores estilo cohete y dijo que comenzaría la producción en 2028, más de una década después de que mostrara por primera vez una versión de próxima generación de su automóvil deportivo eléctrico.El vehículo blanco de dos plazas, desarrollado en colaboración con SpaceX, la compañía de cohetes del director ejecutivo Elon Musk, se desplazó boca abajo sobre una rampa mediante un sistema de succión, giró en el aire y aterrizó utilizando sus...
- zigwheels.com07:49
Tesla’s second-gen Roadster claims 0-97 kmph in as little as 0.59s, a 612 kmph top speed and rocket thrusters. Specs, design, India bookings and price.
- ianslive.in07:52
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Friday unveiled a new version of its Roadster sports car, showcasing a prototype that briefly lifted off the ground during a demonstration at a SpaceX facility in Texas.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)07:57
Thruster-equipped Roadster performs aerial maneuvers as Elon Musk acknowledges uncertainty over whether vehicle will be legal on public roads
- France Info (France)08:09
Le constructeur américain n'a pas précisé pas le prix de ce nouveau modèle. Il n'a pas dévoilé non plus de date de sortie sur le marché.
- Channel News Asia08:18
Powered by rocket-style thrusters, Tesla's new Roadster raced upside down along a ramp, launched into a mid-air flip and landed back on its wheels.
- techradar.com08:42
After nearly a decade of delays, Tesla's "flying" EV is finally revealed and its list of party tricks is impressive
- Times of India08:50edited after publishing
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Tesla's 'flying car' Roadster stuns in demo: How high can it fly & what will it cost? - Times of India08:53
Tesla's CEO Elon Musk revealed a new flying car prototype at a SpaceX test facility in Texas. This next-generation Roadster features technology integrating cold-gas thrusters from SpaceX for airborne maneuvers. Musk shared that the vehicle can reach unprecedented speeds and perform impressive aerial stunts. The production of this innovative vehicle is expected to begin in the year 2028.
- iheart.com09:15
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- iheart.com09:15
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- iheart.com09:15
The new Tesla Roadster was unveiled with thrilling stunts at a Texas event. CEO Elon Musk highlighted its speed and hinted at potential legal hurdles, with production set for 2028.
- Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)09:42
Annunciata nel 2017, promessa ai clienti per il 2020 e ora attesa non prima del 2028. La seconda generazione della Tesla Roadster ha accumulato quasi un decennio di rinvii, ma nel frattempo ha imparato a volare. O almeno a sollevarsi da terra, compiere evoluzioni in aria e atterrare sulle quattro ruote. Elon Musk ha scelto […] L'articolo Tesla Roadster, l’auto volante di Elon Musk tra tecnologia e promesse – FOTO e VIDEO proviene da Il Fatto Quotidiano .
- Google News - Top Stories10:27
Tesla’s New Roadster Takes Flight After Nearly a Decade of Delays WSJ Tesla reveals next-generation Roadster after almost a decade of delays CNBC Tesla's new Roadster turns in air with SpaceX thrusters, won't land until 2028 Reuters With Tesla Roadster debut, Elon Musk shows "flying cars are real" CBS News Tesla Shares Climb Nearly 5% After New Roadster Demonstrates Short-Burst Flight Technology Yahoo Finance
- Der Spiegel (Germany)10:59
Elon Musks neuer Sportwagen beschleunigt wie eine Rakete – und fliegen kann er auch noch! Fast zehn Jahre musste die Welt auf den Tesla Roadster warten. Das Resultat im Video.
- Die Zeit (Germany)11:09
Mit Jahren Verspätung will Tesla einen neuen Roadster herausbringen. Er soll mit SpaceX-Düsen ausgestattet sein und laut Elon Musk »wie eine Rakete fliegen« können.
- Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)12:10
Der neue Tesla kann fliegen. Das hat auch damit zu tun, dass sich Elon Musk mit seinen Machtspielen selbst geschadet hat.
- BBC News World12:32
Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased the vehicle at a facility owned by his SpaceX company, which helped develop the model.
- Google News - Top Stories12:50
Elon Musk reveals ‘world’s first flying car’ at Tesla event The Guardian Tesla reveals SpaceX-powered Roadster that flies and falls with style TechCrunch The Tesla Roadster flew, drove upside down, and hit 60mph in under a second The Verge
- Index.hr (Croatia)12:55
ŠEF TESLE Elon Musk predstavio je automobil za koji tvrdi da može letjeti.
- iRozhlas (Czechia)13:07
Společnost Tesla ve čtvrtek představila druhou generaci sportovního elektromobilu Roadster. Vůz přeletěl několik vozidel a držel vzhůru nohama na zakřivené rampě. Tesla oznámila, že Roadster bude mít tři verze. „Pokud chce vyrobit auto, které bude stát 250 tisíc dolarů a bude mít tuto funkci, za mě je to nebezpečné,“ říká František Pisarovič z webu Auto.cz ke schopnosti Roadsteru přisát se k silnici.
- wsls.com13:52
Tesla has unveiled its new Roadster sports car, which can thrust itself into the air.
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- durangoherald.com16 Oct, 21:53their copy
- Google News - Top Stories14:15
The incredible flying Tesla Roadster is just for show The Verge Can the new Tesla Roadster fly? Elon Musk unveils what he says is a flying car ABC7 Los Angeles Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again Ars Technica 'Something extraordinary': Tesla Roadster wows with compressed air thrusters for limited flight Yahoo Finance Tesla’s new Roadster actually flew. Here’s how it pulled off the stunt USA Today
- PBS NewsHour14:16
Thursday's launch arrived after years of delays and anticipation around the new Roadster — and Tesla shares climbed about 2% in morning trading on Friday after its unveiling.
- Der Spiegel (Germany)14:47
Tesla stellt 20 Jahre nach seinem ersten Elektroauto den Nachfolger vor. Der Roadster ist Elon Musks aktuelle Vision eines Zukunftsautos: Es soll von 0 auf 100 in weniger als einer Sekunde beschleunigen – und fliegen können.
- avweb.com15:07
Prototype Tesla used compressed-air thrusters to perform aerial maneuvers.
- Polsat News (Poland)15:16
Nowy model samochodu Tesla Roadster został zaprezentowany. Auto w sekundę osiąga prędkość do 100 km/h, pokazano także jego możliwości m.in. w jeździe po rampie w odwróconej pozycji.
- Google News - Top Stories15:30
'Something extraordinary': Tesla Roadster wows with compressed air thrusters for limited flight Yahoo Finance Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Tesla Just Unveiled a Flying Car That Leverages SpaceX Technology. Is This the Next Big Catalyst For the Stock? Yahoo Finance Elon Musk shows off ‘flying’ Tesla Roadster after years of delays NBC News Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again Ars Technica
- ANSA (Italy)16:23
Il lancio-show dell'ultima nata Tesla nella sede di SpaceX
- ANSA (Italy)16:31
Utilizza un sistema di razzi alimentato ad aria compressa e supera i 370 km/h
- ANSA (Italy)16:31
Il lancio-show dell'ultima nata Tesla nella sede di SpaceX
- South China Morning Post17:19
Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled what he described as a “flying” car, equipped with thrusters, during a live-streamed event at his SpaceX rocket company’s facility on Thursday. Technical and regulatory challenges have so far prevented the much-hyped flying car sector from getting off the ground. Musk revealed his new Roadster sports car during a launch event at a SpaceX test facility in Texas. During the demo, which was live-streamed on Tesla’s X account, the car launched from a steep steel ramp...
- dailynews.com18:11
The demonstration could generate enthusiasm for Tesla, but ultimately a high price tag and small market mean the Roadster will likely do little to change Tesla’s sales or earnings prospects, one analyst says.
- Google News - Top Stories18:23
FAA: Musk’s flying car not our responsibility Politico Five Big Questions About Tesla’s New Flying Roadster WSJ Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Elon Musk reveals ‘world’s first flying car’ at Tesla event The Guardian The Reality Behind Tesla's Roadster Thruster System Yahoo
- Google News - Top Stories19:43
With Tesla Roadster debut, Elon Musk shows "flying cars are real" CBS News Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business With flying Roadster, Tesla waves goodbye to the car business Axios Elon Musk reveals ‘world’s first flying car’ at Tesla event The Guardian Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again Ars Technica
- Google News - Top Stories21:33
With flying Roadster, Tesla waves goodbye to the car business Axios What Tesla’s Flying Roadster Really Means for the Global Auto Race WSJ Elon Musk just showed off a flying car. Here’s what to know about the Tesla Roadster Los Angeles Times Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again Ars Technica
Sat, 17 October 2026
11 reports- Google News - Top Stories02:50
The Tesla Roadster Should Go Into Production In 2028, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up Engadget Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Elon Musk reveals ‘world’s first flying car’ at Tesla event The Guardian Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again Ars Technica Here's how Tesla's new Roadster is a completely different car from the 2017 version Business Insider
- Der Spiegel (Germany)06:01
Elon Musk hat einen fliegenden Tesla-Roadster vorgestellt, jetzt meldet die US-Verkehrsbehörde sich zu Wort. Bevor das Ding 2028 gebaut wird, sind noch einige Zulassungsfragen zu klären.
- Al Jazeera English07:32
California-based Alef Aeronautics mocked Tesla, releasing a video of its flying car soaring over a Tesla Roadster.
- Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)09:26
Pensavate che le auto volanti fossero solo fantascienza? E invece eccoci qua. Dopo nove anni di rinvii e promesse disattese, Elon Musk ha deciso di forzare il confine ingegneristico che separa il settore automobilistico da quello aerospaziale. Durante un evento organizzato nella notte italiana presso il centro di collaudo di SpaceX a McGregor, in Texas, […] L'articolo “Ecco la prima auto volante, può sfrecciare come un razzo”: l’annuncio choc di Elon Musk e la dimostrazione delle acrobazie in...
- Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)09:26
Pensavate che le auto volanti fossero solo fantascienza? E invece eccoci qua. Dopo nove anni di rinvii e promesse disattese, Elon Musk ha deciso di forzare il confine ingegneristico che separa il settore automobilistico da quello aerospaziale. Durante un evento organizzato nella notte italiana presso il centro di collaudo di SpaceX a McGregor, in Texas, […] L'articolo “Ecco la prima auto voltante, può volare come un razzo”: l’annuncio choc di Elon Musk e la dimostrazione delle acrobazie in aria...
- Google News - Top Stories09:30
What Tesla’s Flying Roadster Really Means for the Global Auto Race WSJ The Flying Car Must Never Be Built The Atlantic Tesla's new Roadster turns in air with SpaceX thrusters, won't land until 2028 Reuters How do you pull over a flying Tesla? Mother Jones Elon Musk’s Flying Car Bet: Why Traders Piled Into a Manifold Market at 59% tech-insider.org
- dailypakistan.com.pk09:37
Elon Musk stunned the world bring Tesla Roadster as it redefines electric supercars with three models. Performance, Thrust and Rocket, claimed
- Google News - Top Stories10:23
Ikea throws shade at Tesla with "safe and affordable" flying car Creative Bloq What Tesla’s Flying Roadster Really Means for the Global Auto Race WSJ The Flying Car Must Never Be Built The Atlantic With flying Roadster, Tesla waves goodbye to the car business Axios Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business
- Google News - Top Stories15:24
Tesla Flying Car’s 4 Thrusters Meet Aerospace’s Bar [2026] https://tech-insider.org/ What Tesla’s Flying Roadster Really Means for the Global Auto Race WSJ How do you pull over a flying Tesla? Mother Jones The Flying Car Must Never Be Built The Atlantic Tesla is taking $250,000 deposits for a Roadster with SpaceX thrusters. The FAA says it isn’t an aircraft Fortune
- Die Zeit (Germany)15:34
Elon Musks fliegender Tesla soll können, was es bislang nur in Sci-Fi-Geschichten gab. Ein paar Sekunden hält sich das Gefährt in der Luft. Ist das mehr als Show?
- Google News - Top Stories16:54
Tesla unveils new ‘flying’ car, but consumer rollout likely still years away The Times of Israel What Tesla’s Flying Roadster Really Means for the Global Auto Race WSJ Flying car company ‘welcomes Tesla to flying car race’ with tongue-in-cheek video KTLA Tesla’s new Roadster makes a flying debut, hitting 60 MPH in under a second Fox Business Opinion | Another reason to be excited about Elon Musk’s flying car The Washington Post