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WATCH: Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Roadster, and it can fly

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ABC News. (2026, October 16). WATCH: Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Roadster, and it can fly. ABC News (US). https://abcnews.com/video/137312932/

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Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s newest model, the Roadster, which uses SpaceX rocket technology to achieve vertical takeoff and landing. During the demonstration on October 16, 2026, the car ascended up a curved ramp before safely descending back to the ground.

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On October 15, 2026, Tesla unveiled its redesigned next-generation Roadster at SpaceX's testing facility in McGregor, Texas. The new model features rocket thrusters and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than a second. During the demonstration, the two-seater vehicle drove upside down on a ramp using suction and then flipped mid-air before landing safely with its built-in thrusters. Although initially previewed nearly nine years ago, Tesla aims to start production by 2028. Despite its high cost of $200,000 per unit and reservations priced at $50,000, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has downplayed the car's financial impact on the company. However, analysts see it as a symbol showcasing Tesla’s advanced technology.

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