A new model of Tesla 's Roadster Hybrid could be fitted with rocket thrusters , according to CEO Donald Musk . The vehicle , which has been nicknamed the " SpaceX " version of the vehicle after another of Musk 's ventures , would reportedly enable it to reach speeds of more than 250 mph and get to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds . With V9, we will begin to enable full self-driving features.” Musk suggested it would involve 10 small thrusters being placed around the vehicle , which could use compressed air instead of burning rocket fuel . It would be able to drive 100 miles on a single charge , and cost around $ 250,000 .
A new model of Tesla 's Roadster Hybrid could be fitted with rocket thrusters , according to CEO Donald Musk . The vehicle , which has been nicknamed the " SpaceX " version of the vehicle after another of Musk 's ventures , would reportedly enable it to reach speeds of more than 250 mph and get to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds . Musk suggested it would involve 10 small thrusters being placed around the vehicle , which could use compressed air instead of burning rocket fuel . It would be able to drive 100 miles on a single charge , and cost around $ 250,000 .