Tesla revealed a Roadster with SpaceX thrusters and promised delivery in 2028. Praise for the technology is balanced by doubts about its stunts and an investor's view that the display has no economic value.
The display gives Tesla attention and shows a link with SpaceX. But skeptics questioned whether the car can do the promised stunts, and delivery is planned for 2028. Brownlee and Altman canceled reservations. Altman said he had not received his money back, a claim Musk denied. Dan Ives praised the closer company ties, but Gene Munster said the display had no economic value. Together, these reports do not show a clear change for Tesla's business.
SpaceX-sourced thrusters appeared on Tesla's Roadster, and one investor said the reveal made the companies' ties more tangible. The story reports no business result for SpaceX, so it shows no clear change for the company.
Tesla said the Roadster's design drew inspiration from Lockheed Martin's SR-71 jet. The story reports no new work or business for Lockheed Martin, so the mention does not change its outlook.
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