Tesla Unveils Next-Gen Roadster with Flying Car Capabilities
Translated & summarized from 0404 by baba
Tesla unveiled its next-generation Roadster 2 electric sports car in Texas after a nine-year wait, showcasing capabilities like brief hovering and over 1,500 horsepower. The car is expected to reach 100 km/h in under 1.9 seconds with a 1,000 km range. Deliveries are slated for 2028, with prices starting at $200,000 in the US and potentially over one million shekels in Israel.
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- Tesla revealed its next-generation Roadster 2 electric sports car with advanced capabilities.
- The new Roadster features over 1,500 horsepower, a top speed over 400 km/h, and a 1,000 km range.
- Demonstrated features include brief hovering and maneuvers using SpaceX-developed thrusters.
- The car is expected to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 1.9 seconds.
- Deliveries are planned for 2028, with prices starting at $200,000 in the US.
- The Israeli price is estimated to exceed one million shekels after taxes.
After nine years of anticipation and delays, Tesla has revealed the next generation of its electric sports car, the Roadster 2, at an event in Texas. During a demonstration, the company showcased extraordinary capabilities, including a brief hover in the air, maneuvers using thruster engines, and driving in reverse. This represents an ambitious effort to redefine the boundaries of automotive performance.
The new Roadster is equipped with three electric motors and a 200 kWh battery, delivering a combined output exceeding 1,500 horsepower. Its declared top speed surpasses 400 km/h. The base version is expected to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 1.9 seconds and offer a driving range of up to 1,000 kilometers.
A key feature is a propulsion system developed with SpaceX, enabling maneuvers not possible in conventional cars. Additionally, an advanced aerodynamic intake system is integrated to enhance downforce and significantly improve grip during high-speed cornering.
Tesla plans to market three versions: Performance, Thrust, and Rocket. The starting price in the United States is projected at $200,000, and in Israel, it could exceed one million shekels after taxes. Initial deliveries are scheduled for 2028, pending the completion of development and regulatory approvals. Despite the impressive demonstration, the hovering capabilities are not yet approved for public roads, and the path to commercial production remains challenging.
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