Tesla plans autonomous Roadster stunt mode and test track

Teslarati • 17 Oct 23:22

Elon Musk said Tesla plans to let Roadster owners trigger the vehicle's demonstrated aerial tricks autonomously and hinted at a dedicated looping test track at the company’s Texas facility.

Engadget • 17 Oct 21:20

Tesla's upcoming Roadster uses powered fans to create downforce, a technology previously employed by several racing and concept cars, including the 1970 Chaparral 2J and McMurtry Automotive's Spéirling.

https://tech-insider.org/ • 17 Oct 15:24

Tesla demonstrated a thruster-powered hop of its Roadster on Oct. 15, 2026, yet experts say the hardware still lacks the redundancy and safety data required for regulatory approval.

Creative Bloq • 17 Oct 10:23

Ikea promoted a $13 toy car set and towel as a safe, affordable counterpart to Tesla's concept of a flying Roadster, which is not expected until at least 2028 and costs a half-million-dollar reservation.

CBS News • 16 Oct 17:57

Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased a prototype Roadster equipped with high-pressure air thrusters that lifted the car off a ramp during a livestreamed event, with production slated for 2028.

The Guardian • 16 Oct 12:20

Elon Musk demonstrated a Tesla Roadster 2 prototype that uses SpaceX-derived thrusters to lift, flip and land, while noting regulatory and safety considerations.

Fox Business • 16 Oct 10:29

Tesla showcased its upcoming Roadster, highlighting sub-second 0-60 mph acceleration and a mid-air flip using thrusters, and announced production slated for 2028.

The Independent • 16 Oct 03:35

Tesla presented a new two-seat Roadster that uses compressed-air thrusters and a suction-fan system to achieve flight maneuvers and a reported 0-60 mph time of 0.81 seconds, with production slated for 2028.

WIRED • 16 Oct 03:18

Tesla showcased a Roadster 2 prototype that briefly left the ground at SpaceX's test site, prompting experts to note extensive aviation regulations that would apply to any flying vehicle.

The Verge • 16 Oct 01:28

Tesla demonstrated a prototype of its upcoming Roadster in Waco, Texas, where the electric supercar drove upside down, performed brief flight maneuvers and claimed a 0-60 mph time of 0.81 seconds.

The Independent • 15 Oct 18:59

Tesla plans a livestreamed reveal of its long-delayed Roadster at SpaceX’s McGregor test site, with details on performance, pricing and production timeline expected.

CNBC • 15 Oct 18:19

Tesla will livestream a showcase of its long-delayed next-generation Roadster from a SpaceX test site in Texas, with details on pricing and production expected.

Teslarati • 15 Oct 16:43

Tesla will livestream the new Roadster demonstration, which may include a cold-gas thruster system that could produce a loud sound, while the event was delayed due to high winds.