Jesse James
The good folks over at Tesla are back in the news. This time around, it appears that the Tesla Roadster will be even faster than the company initially stated. While already expected to be the fast production car, boasting a top speed of 249 mph and a 0-62 mph time of just 1.9 seconds. The sportscar will be able to reach even greater speeds thanks to a “SpaceX Rocket Thruster” option package.
One user on Twitter pointed out that the sportscar could reach 0-60 mph in 1.1 seconds; Elon Musk replied: “Yes, with the SpaceX rocket thruster option package. It will be safe but very intense. Probably not wise for those with a medical condition – same as a hardcore roller coaster.” The acceleration will be achieved using cold air rocket thrusters positioned at the rear of the car. Is this the future of automotive power as we know it?
Sounds interesting, right? Well, we’re hoping to hear much more about the Tesla Roadster and the “SpaceX Rocket Thruster” option package soon. For now, find out what you can from Tesla and keep it locked with The Culture Curators for much more from the automotive world coming very soon.
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