Overview
- On Joe Rogan’s podcast, Elon Musk said Tesla is getting close to demonstrating the next‑generation Roadster prototype and guaranteed an unforgettable demo hoped for before the end of the year.
- He suggested the vehicle may fly or hover, echoing past mentions of a SpaceX-style cold‑gas thruster package and fan-based systems described in Tesla patent filings.
- Tesla shares closed up 3.47% Friday after his remarks, while a public cancellation by reservation holder Sam Altman highlighted customer frustration with delays.
- Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen recently said an unveiling is planned this year and projected deliveries within about two years, indicating a possible 2027 timeframe.
- The Roadster has slipped repeatedly since its 2017 reveal, and analysts caution that any flight capability remains unverified and would face significant technical and regulatory hurdles.