Tesla displays a "flying" version of its newest car, the Roadster. Despite the splashy demonstration, experts say the release of a true flying car is still far off in the future.
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People have been wishing for flying cars since the earliest days of flight and automobiles. Does Tesla’s demonstration earlier this month of a “flying” version of its new Roadster mean we’re close?

If you’re looking for a car that can safely travel on roads and highways while also flying significant distances, then no. But if you want a personal flying machine that operates at relatively low altitudes and travels the distance of most car trips, that’s closer to reality.