Musk Claims Transatlantic Tunnel Could Be Built for $20 Billion

Musk's proposal for a hyperloop tunnel between New York and London faces skepticism over feasibility, cost, and technological readiness.

Elon Musk stated that his company, The Boring Company, could construct a transatlantic hyperloop tunnel for $20 billion, significantly less than previous speculative estimates of up to $20 trillion.
The proposed tunnel would theoretically use vacuum-sealed tubes to transport passengers at speeds exceeding 3,000 mph, potentially completing a trip between London and New York in under an hour.
Experts and historical proposals, such as the 2004 'Trans-Atlantic MagLev' concept, suggest that while the idea is technically possible, the projected costs and technological hurdles remain prohibitive.
The U.S. Department of Transportation and other officials have expressed doubt about the project's feasibility, citing current technological and logistical limitations.
No concrete plans or funding for the tunnel have been announced, and previous hyperloop projects, including Musk's own ventures, have faced significant challenges and delays.