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Tesla Roadster Reveal: Will It Fly?
15 Oct
Summary
- Tesla's Roadster event, delayed two weeks, is rescheduled for October 15th.
- A SpaceX collaboration may enable the Roadster to hover or fly.
- Deposits of $5,000 are required, with full payment details pending.
The Tesla Roadster reveal event, after a two-week postponement, is now scheduled for October 15th. This delay was attributed to adverse weather conditions at the SpaceX Rocket Development and Testing facility in Waco, Texas, where the demonstration was intended to take place. The event will be streamed live on Tesla's X account, adding to the anticipation.
Speculation is rife that the delay was to accommodate a demonstration of the Roadster's rumored airborne capabilities. Reports suggest a limited-edition version, developed with SpaceX, might feature cold-gas thrusters enabling flight. Prospective buyers must submit a $5,000 deposit, with an additional $45,000 wire transfer due within ten days.
While the final cost remains undisclosed, it is anticipated to surpass $250,000. CEO Elon Musk's cryptic "Timing is everything" comment on the reveal time has sparked further discussion, with analysts suggesting potential price points or performance metrics as interpretations. The original Roadster, Tesla's first EV, was produced from 2008 to 2012.
