Musk: SpaceX option package gives Tesla Roadster ~10 rocket thrusters, maybe flight
seanmcdonaldxyz · x · 2026-09-14
Elon Musk announced a SpaceX option package for the new Tesla Roadster featuring 10 small rocket thrusters arranged seamlessly around the car. The rocket engines dramatically improve acceleration, top speed, braking, and cornering — and might even allow the car to fly.
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