Elon Musk unveils flying car explained: How does Tesla Roadster work? Timeline of a car that was first revealed in 2008

Tesla’s next-generation Roadster is being promoted with cold-gas thrusters, compressed-gas pressure vessels and performance claims that go beyond those of a conventional electric sports car. Here is a look at its proposed configurations, minimalist interior, aircraft-inspired design and the limits of what its flying demonstration establishes.