Elon Musk unveiled a Tesla Roadster capable of hovering above ground at a SpaceX facility in Texas, and a clip of the demonstration quickly gained 1.7 million views on X. Politicians, celebrities and Tesla fans, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, reacted to the footage. Tesla has not announced updated pricing; its original base Roadster price was $200,000, and production is expected to begin in 2028. The article notes that it remains unclear whether drivers could use the flying features on public roads, as federal regulators would likely scrutinise a vehicle capable of lifting off the ground.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Consumer Discretionary |
| Industry | Automobile Manufacturers |
| Market cap | $1.4T |
| Close on 10/15/2026 | 362.44 |
| Change that session | -1.29% |
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