This article explores the impact Elon Musk and Tesla have had on the automotive industry and how their innovations have shaped the future of automotive technology. It examines the various technologies developed by Tesla, including electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and more, and how these advancements
Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster is an electric sports car that served as the dummy payload for the February 2018 Falcon Heavy test flight and became an artificial satellite of the Sun. A mannequin in a spacesuit, dubbed "Starman", occupies the driver's seat. The car and rocket are products of Tesla and SpaceX, respectively, both companies headed by Elon Musk. The 2010 Roadster is personally owned by and previously used by Musk for commuting to work. It is the first production car launched into space.