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Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again

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Briefings

Tesla is attempting to revive its Roadster model using 100,000 psi compressed nitrogen jets for airshow stunts rather than road legality. CEO Elon Musk has returned to California to showcase the vehicle, which features a wedge design inspired by the Lotus Esprit and Lamborghini Gallardo. The article notes the car is still in early development stages with no confirmed road testing or legal status.

Key points

• Tesla is attempting to revive its Roadster model using 100,000 psi compressed nitrogen jets for airshow stunts rather than road legality.
• The new Roadster features a wedge design inspired by the Lotus Esprit and Lamborghini Gallardo, with four giant exhaust pipes.

Context

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has returned to California to showcase the vehicle, which features a wedge design inspired by the Lotus Esprit and Lamborghini Gallardo. The article notes the car is still in early development stages with no confirmed road testing or legal status.

Limitations

The article does not specify the exact date of the first Roadster attempt, nor does it provide details on the specific legal status of the nitrogen jet technology for road use.

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