{
  "id": 14969281,
  "title": "Tesla's new Roadster car can thrust itself in the air. Don't expect to drive it anytime soon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/teslas-new-roadster-car-can-thrust-itself-in-the-air-dont-expect-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T14:16:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PBS NewsHour",
    "slug": "pbs-newshour",
    "url": "https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/teslas-new-roadster-car-can-thrust-itself-in-the-air-dont-expect-to-drive-it-anytime-soon"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Tesla Roadster, unveiled by Elon Musk's company, boasts a remarkable new feature — the ability to lift itself off the ground. However, prospective owners should not anticipate driving this vehicle in the near future. At a recent event, the company showcased advanced technology, including cold gas thrusters and a multi-mode suction system, which allow the car to briefly hover and spin mid-air.\n\nTesla's CEO Musk expressed his excitement on social media, stating that the future includes flying cars. The unveiling of the new Roadster follows years of delays and anticipation, with Tesla shares experiencing a 2% increase in trading following the announcement. Despite the positive reception, the company has yet to set a price for this electric vehicle, with production for consumers not expected until 2028.\n\nIt is important to note that the Roadster's 'rocket' feature is not yet approved for public road use. There are numerous regulatory obstacles to overcome before such vehicles can legally operate on highways and streets. The company emphasizes that this technology is still in the experimental stage, and the fine print on their website clarifies that the Roadster's flying capabilities are not intended for public consumption.",
  "summary": "Thursday's launch arrived after years of delays and anticipation around the new Roadster — and Tesla shares climbed about 2% in morning trading on Friday after its unveiling.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "ABC News (US)",
        "title": "WATCH: Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Roadster, and it can fly",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/watch-elon-musk-unveils-teslas-new-roadster-and-it-can-fly",
        "published": "2026-10-16T10:40:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times - World News",
        "title": "Tesla flying car Roadster open for reservation, but doesn't land anytime soon. Check variants, launch details",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/tesla-flying-car-roadster-open-for-reservation-but-doesnt-land",
        "published": "2026-10-16T10:58:08.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "Tesla says its newly unveiled Roadster 2 vehicle ‘can fly’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/tesla-says-its-newly-unveiled-roadster-2-vehicle-can-fly",
        "published": "2026-10-16T15:24:30.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}