Tesla CEO Elon Musk Says Flying Cars Are Coming
The comment comes as the delayed Roadster, which has been teased with hovering capabilities via a SpaceX package, remains without a production timeline.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on X that flying cars will be coming to the market, a statement that comes as his company's own Roadster supercar continues to face delays.
What Happened
Musk made the comment in response to a post about promises of flying cars versus current advancements in artificial intelligence. "You will get flying cars," he wrote on August 12, 2026. The post echoed previous remarks Musk made last October on the Joe Rogan Experience, where he said anyone who wants a flying car should be able to get one. Tesla has previously hinted at such capabilities through its planned SpaceX package for the Roadster, which was slated to include cold gas thrusters capable of providing small amounts of altitude. The Roadster itself has been delayed multiple times—originally expected earlier this year, then pushed back to August—with no sign of a production timeline materializing. Musk has historically expressed skepticism about flying cars, telling TED in 2017 that they would be noisy and create anxiety about falling debris, though he later clarified he was not opposed to them.
Why It Matters
Musk's endorsement of flying car technology marks a notable shift from his earlier cautionary stance on the concept. If Tesla moves forward with such capabilities—whether through the Roadster or a separate program—it could reshape expectations for the EV market and urban mobility. For buyers and owners, questions around safety regulations, infrastructure, and certification would need to be addressed before any flying car could move beyond concept.
The Bottom Line
Musk has repeatedly suggested flying cars could become available, but no concrete product timeline or specifications have been announced. The Roadster itself remains delayed with no confirmed delivery date.
