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UPDATED Oct 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Oct 15, 2026 at 10:04 PM ET
Tesla unveils Roadster with claimed flying capability
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Tesla unveiled its Roadster 2, saying performance options would allow the vehicle to “fly.” The launch came after years of delays; Tesla first debuted the refresh concept in 2017 and missed targeted delivery dates. Tesla shares rose about 2% in Friday morning trading after the unveiling.
WHO: Tesla
WHAT: Tesla unveiled its Roadster 2 and said performance options would allow it to fly.
WHEN: Oct 15, 2026
WHERE: United States
WHY: Tesla said performance options would allow the Roadster 2 to fly.
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