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Tesla showcased a next-generation Roadster driving on a vertical surface, performing a short aerial jump, and accelerating to 60 miles per hour in 0.81 seconds. However, the company did not specify a price or final production date, and acknowledged that the flight-capable version is not approved for use on public roads.
According to a report by The Information, Tesla is preparing to showcase a Roadster prototype at a SpaceX test facility in Texas, lifting the car off the ground using cold-gas thrusters and operating it remotely. The demonstration appears likely to be limited compared with the initial concept, while the test version will not be street-legal.