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Tesla unveils Roadster with SpaceX rocket thrusters, slated for 2028 production

The vehicle was revealed this week at a SpaceX test site in Texas, and uses thrusters for controlled airborne maneuvers.

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Oct. 19, 2026 - Tesla has unveiled a new version of its Roadster sports car built with SpaceX rocket thruster technology. [1] The reveal was held at a SpaceX test facility in Texas. Production of the vehicle is targeted for 2028. [2] The thruster system is designed to enable the car to carry out short airborne maneuvers, then land back on its wheels. [3]
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  1. Tesla unveiled a new rocket powered Roadster sports car at a SpaceX test site on Thursday, slated for 2028 production. · Business DaySouth Africa
  2. Tesla unveiled a redesigned Roadster with SpaceX rocket thruster technology at a Texas SpaceX facility the week prior to the article. · mint
  3. The new Tesla Roadster uses SpaceX rocket thrusters to perform short airborne maneuvers and land back on its wheels. · EcoPortal.net
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