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Tesla unveils redesigned Roadster with dramatic flying car stunt

Tesla recently unveiled its redesigned Roadster sports car with a dramatic takeoff stunt at an event in Texas. The "flying car" reveal quickly generated significant online buzz and user-generated content globally. Pre-orders for the Roadster are now open in China, with a deposit of approximately $50,000 required for the performance package. AI

RANK_REASON Product launch of a car model, not an AI model.

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Tesla unveils redesigned Roadster with dramatic flying car stunt

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoey Zhang ·

    Chinese public urged to stay confident in domestic innovation after Tesla flying-car debut

    Tesla’s “flying” Roadster stunt has set social media alight worldwide, turning a car launch into a debate about technological innovation and China-US rivalry. At an event in Texas on October 15, Tesla unveiled its redesigned sports car, the Roadster, with stunts including a takeo…