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Tesla Roadster to feature SpaceX thrusters, with 2028 production target

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Tesla has unveiled a new version of its long-awaited Roadster, which will feature SpaceX thrusters and is slated for a 2028 production start, eight years later than initially planned. This redesigned model will come in three variants: Performance, Thrust, and an invitation-only Rocket version capable of brief flight. While the flying capabilities are a significant departure from the original pitch, regulatory bodies like the FAA have stated the vehicle does not meet their definition of an aircraft, leaving oversight unclear. The company is accepting deposits for the new Roadster, with prices ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 for the higher-end models. AI

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Tesla Roadster to feature SpaceX thrusters, with 2028 production target

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Bilin Lin ·

    Tesla is taking $250,000 deposits for a Roadster with SpaceX thrusters. The FAA says it isn’t an aircraft

    The redesigned sports car flipped midair and leaped over a Cybertruck using SpaceX-developed thrusters. But it won’t enter production until 2028, its promised range has been cut by more than half, and it’s unclear who would regulate its flying features.

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