Brief
Tesla opens reservations for flying Roadster with delivery caveat
Reservations start Friday, but Tesla says delivery dates and even production are not guaranteed.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Tesla started accepting online reservations for its second‑generation Roadster on Friday, a model that can lift off the ground using SpaceX‑derived cold‑gas thrusters and a suction system, the Independent reported.
What happened
The company unveiled the prototype on Thursday, highlighting a zero‑to‑60 mph acceleration in under one second and the ability to perform mid‑flight spins. Consumer production is slated for 2028, and no official price has been announced.
What the reports add
The reservation page includes fine‑print stating there is no guarantee of when, or even if, the vehicle will be delivered. Legal experts cited in the article note that state traffic laws and safety regulators are likely to impose lengthy approval processes before the car can be used on public roads.
Key facts
- Tesla began taking online reservations for the flying Roadster on Friday. (independent.co.uk)
- The Roadster can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under one second. (independent.co.uk)
- Consumer production is not expected until 2028. (independent.co.uk)
- The reservation fine print warns there is no guarantee of delivery. (independent.co.uk)
- Legal experts say state laws and safety agencies will likely delay public‑road approval. (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “Reservations for Tesla's flying Roadster open - with a warning in the fine print”
