Elon Musk unveils Tesla's 'flying' car

On Thursday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled what he called a "flying" car at his SpaceX facility. Musk stated that the car, equipped with thrusters, was a real possibility despite the significant technical and regulatory challenges that had hindered progress in the flying car sector. The car, a Roadster sports model, was demonstrated during a livestreamed event on Tesla's X account.

It launched from a steep ramp and successfully landed on its wheels. Musk emphasized that while the vehicle's success was not guaranteed, he believed it would likely work. He attributed the development to a collaboration between Tesla and SpaceX, two of the world's leading automotive and aerospace companies. Musk projected that the car would enter production in 2028.

The concept of a flying car originated with American aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss in 1917, but practical designs gained renewed attention in recent years due to advancements in electric motors and high-performance batteries.