Tesla and CEO Elon Musk unveiled what they claim to be their last human-driven car, the Tesla Roadster 2, which can actually fly. With four thrusters, the car can reach speeds of up to 230 miles per hour and even attempt to beat the speed of sound. However, the production timeline has been delayed until 2028, and the car’s price and availability remain uncertain.

Musk has long promised the vehicle would be the fastest production car in the world, but its electric range is only 300 miles, which is less than what most luxury vehicles can offer. The car will come in three variants: a two-seater 'Performance' version, a 'Race Ready' Thrust variant, and a 'Rocket' variant, which has only one seat and is invite-only.

The unveiling of the Roadster 2 coincides with a challenging time for the electric vehicle market. While sales in the US have stagnated due to a lack of federal support, they are booming in other regions, especially for luxury hypercars. Several luxury automakers are rethinking their EV strategies as wealthy buyers seek the experience of traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.

Musk has previously stated that Tesla should focus on autonomous vehicle technology and robotics rather than cars. The Roadster 2 seems to challenge this claim, but its viability remains questionable given the delayed timeline and uncertain market conditions.