# Tesla unveils SpaceX-thruster Roadster that can briefly lift off

Tesla revealed a next-generation Roadster fitted with a SpaceX cold-gas thruster package that the company says could let the car hover briefly or even "fly." The showcase drew attention for its spectacle, though the feature's real-world practicality, safety and production timeline remain unclear.

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- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/15/tesla-reveals-spacex-powered-roadster-that-flies-and-falls-with-style/) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:17:43 +0000