{
  "id": 14993464,
  "title": "The flying Tesla Roadster is an overbaked idea from my least favorite person",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/the-flying-tesla-roadster-is-an-overbaked-idea-from-my-least-favorite",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-16T16:34:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/the-flying-tesla-roadster-is-an-overbaked-idea-from-my-least-favorite-person"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The flying Tesla Roadster, a concept once presented by Elon Musk as a potential reality, has once again sparked curiosity and skepticism. Initially unveiled in 2017 at a Tesla event, the Roadster was touted for its incredible acceleration and the potential for rockets to enhance its performance. However, Musk later teased the addition of rocket thrusters to the vehicle, suggesting it might even be capable of flying. Recently, Musk showcased a redesigned version of the Roadster, which appeared to be flying using these thrusters during an event. The video of the flying car has garnered attention and wild reactions from viewers. While the engineering behind the flying Tesla Roadster is impressive, it remains impractical and unlikely to ever reach roads. The thrusters used for propulsion are powered by cold-gas thrusters, which store gas under immense pressure. Despite its novelty, the car serves no practical purpose, and the excitement surrounding it seems to mask the broader issues that the world faces.",
  "summary": "Elon Musk finally unveiled his-long-promised rocket-powered, flying Roadster, and it's exactly what we don't need right now.",
  "key_points": [
    "Elon Musk presented flying Tesla Roadster in 2017",
    "Roadster concept featured rocket thrusters for flying",
    "Thrusters powered by cold-gas, impractical for real-world use"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}