donnybrasco1234 :
How is this vehicle supposed to brake in midair? And how is it supposed to come to a safe stop on the ground if it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0–62 mph) in just one second? What kind of brakes could reliably handle those forces, over and over again?
How long will the suspension components last if the vehicle actually takes off and lands repeatedly? And what happens when the 600 liters of compressed gas are already used up after just five stunts? How practical is this concept supposed to be for everyday use?
The more closely you examine these questions, the more technical doubts arise. Personally, I’m not convinced by this concept. So far, it looks more like a spectacular show than a fully developed engineering solution. Apparently, many people are easily impressed by such presentations without critically questioning whether the technology is actually viable. Spectacular effects often seem to matter more than the uncomfortable questions about safety, durability, and everyday practicality.
One effect the presentation could certainly have, though, is a positive impact on Tesla’s stock price. After all, the stock market isn’t driven solely by technical facts and actual feasibility, but also by the expectations created by spectacular visions of the future.
Speaking of rocket-powered cars: haven’t we seen this before, almost 100 years ago? Back in 1928, Opel was already experimenting with the RAK 2 rocket-powered car. So the idea is hardly new. The real question isn’t whether you can propel a car with rockets, but whether you can turn that concept into a safe, reliable, and practical everyday vehicle.
2026-10-17 09:34:19