Elon Musk kept his promise: Flying car arrives from Tesla
The Tesla Roadster, eagerly anticipated since around 2014, has been officially introduced after a long wait. The vehicle, capable of short flights, can reach 0 to 60 in as little as 0.59 seconds.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has officially realized another dream. Musk, who conducts space activities with SpaceX, has brought the electric car brand Tesla to a position you couldn't even imagine. Tesla's highly anticipated new car, the Roadster, has been officially unveiled with the ability to perform short-duration flights.
Tesla showcased the production version of the new Roadster model at a live demonstration event in Texas. According to Top Gear, the electric car, whose idea phase dates back to 2014, is now official with technical features such as takeoff capability and cold-gas thrusters.
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During the unveiling of the vehicle, stunts such as jumping over a Semi truck and reverse driving were performed. The company announced that the new model has no connection to previous Roadster versions and is built on a completely new platform.
Four Different Versions and Technical Performance Data
On the other hand, the vehicle is offered in four different versions. All versions feature a carbon body, long wheelbase, and two motors placed on the rear axle. The vehicles are designed exclusively as rear-wheel drive.
The performance and equipment differences between the models are as follows:
| Version | Power / Torque | 0-60 Mph Acceleration | Top Speed | Highlighted Systems |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 800 kW (1,073 bhp) / 885 lb ft | Under 2 seconds | 210 mph | Standard Venturi ground effect |
| Performance | 1 MW (1,350 bhp) / 1,033 lb ft | Not announced [VERIFY: exact time] | 230 mph | Ground effect fans, adaptive suspension |
| Thrust | 1 MW (1,350 bhp) Class | 0.85 seconds | 230 mph | 200-liter compressed air tank, 4 nozzles |
| Rocket | 1 MW (1,350 bhp) Class | 0.59 seconds | 230 mph (Target: 300 mph) | 600-liter tank, 10 nozzles, single seat, short-duration takeoff |
Charging Speed, Aerodynamic Structure and Interior
According to information provided by Tesla, the car is expected to offer a range between 310 and 320 miles, depending on the version. The weight of the standard model, which is the lightest version, remains under 1,700 kilograms. The vehicle includes 500 kW charging support, allowing it to reach 15 percent to 80 percent battery state of charge in under 15 minutes.
It is stated that the body design is inspired by the Lotus Esprit model. The removable T-top roof can be stored in the trunk. As part of the active aerodynamic systems, movable grilles on the front intake, a rotating hood vent, and an extendable rear wing acting as an air brake are used.
Inside the cabin, there is a yoke-style steering wheel, a steer-by-wire system, and a digital braking infrastructure. For the driver, there is an adjustable pedal box, a movable steering column, a large screen on the center console, and an information strip at the bottom of the windshield.
The car's sales price has not yet been officially announced by Tesla. However, the report states that there will be a price difference of millions of dollars between the standard model and the limited-production Rocket version.
The compressed air tanks in the Thrust and Rocket versions are completely depleted after 6 seconds of use. This system needs to be refilled at a station to be used again. In the Rocket version, the passenger seat has been completely removed due to the installation of an additional tank.
This article was translated from Turkish. Read the original article in Turkish.
