Some Sci-Fi Writers Thought We’d Have Flying Cars by Now, But…
Some sci-fi writers thought by the time we reached the year 2025, our skies would be full of flying cars. But even Elon Musk, a man who seems determined to turn some of the darkest and most dystopian science fiction into reality, has expressed doubts about the viability of flying cars.
Tesla’s Produced Some Strange Products Over the Years
Tesla’s produced some strange products over the years. Remember the Tesla drinking glasses and the Cybertruck cat basket? In comparison, a levitating Cybertruck desk decoration in time for Christmas is fairly on brand. But some Tesla fans seem to think it’s a sign.
A Levitating Cybertruck Desk Decoration
The levitating Cybertruck sold at $250. It’s a 1:24 scale model of the real thing (hopefully with fewer design fails). It seems to be missing some major details, like doors, but it does have functional headlights and taillights. It also levitates above its base, where it can either stay motionless or rotate if you give it a gentle tap. A button on the base turns the lights on or off.
The Floating Effect
The floating effect is created by magnets and doesn’t really add any function. That hasn’t stopped some fans speculating about whether it could be confirmation that Tesla is now looking at producing a flying car.
Is Tesla Coming Out with a Flying Car?
Despite much speculation, Tesla is not known to be working on a flying car. Musk himself has expressed skepticism about the economic viability if not the technical feasibility of the concept. That said, he’s also enjoyed stirring rumors about a possible flying Tesla Roadster somewhere down the line.
Musk’s Comments on Flying Cars
In February, he prompted more speculation about a flying Tesla by saying that the next Tesla Roadster would be a collaboration with SpaceX. In an interview, with Don Lemon in March, he said a flying car “is not out of the question".
Conclusion
The chances of seeing a flying Tesla Roadster in 2025 seem fairly remote. While some have suggested Tesla may explore some kind of hover technology to allow cars to travel short distances above the surface of the road to deal with difficult terrain, this remains pure speculation.
FAQs
Q: Is Tesla working on a flying car?
A: No, Tesla is not known to be working on a flying car.
Q: Will we see a flying Tesla Roadster in 2025?
A: The chances are fairly remote.
Q: What is the levitating Cybertruck desk decoration?
A: It’s a 1:24 scale model of the real thing, which seems to be missing some major details, but has functional headlights and taillights. It also levitates above its base and can rotate with a gentle tap.
