Tesla unveiled a flying Roadster using SpaceX technology, with a demo in which the car drove up a curved ramp, flipped through the air and landed using cold-air thrusters. Adam Johnson, portfolio manager at Bullseye American Ingenuity Fund, noted the demo car had no driver and that the Rocket model is invite-only and not street legal. Tesla plans three versions: a two-seat, road-legal Performance model that can climb steep hills, a two-seat race-ready version with thrusters, and the one-seat Rocket. Production is not expected until 2028 and pricing is unknown, and Johnson said the car is unlikely to be a major sales driver, though its halo effect may excite owners and enthusiasts.
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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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