Tesla reveals the dashboard for its new rocket-powered car
A new video shows the fighter-jet inspired interface that drivers will use to manage the Roadster's extreme performance features.
By Mykola Bondarenko ·
Tesla has released a 34-second video that offers the clearest look yet at the interior of its upcoming Roadster. The clip, shared on X on Friday, details the vehicle's touchscreen interface. The company described the design as inspired by fighter jet cockpits, stating it was built around the pilot.
The software puts the car itself at the center of the home screen, rather than a map. This layout marks a significant shift from Tesla's other vehicles. The interface includes controls for the rear wing, allowing drivers to switch between low drag and high downforce settings. Users can also manage charging limits and listen to music through a small player on the display.
The majority of the demonstration focuses on Track Mode. This view displays a live map of the circuit, lap times, and real-time data for brake and motor temperatures. It also shows pressure and temperature readings for each tire. Drivers can access a setup page to select aero modes, adjust balance, and turn off stability and traction controls.
A status bar at the bottom of the screen reads "Thruster · 5,500 PSI" next to a "Boost Ready" indicator. This software feature connects directly to the hardware shown near Waco, Texas, on October 15. The Thrust and Rocket versions of the car use cold gas thrusters powered by carbon overwrapped pressure vessels.
Tesla claims the Thrust version will go from 0 to 60 mph in under 0.9 seconds. The Rocket version is even faster, with a time under 0.59 seconds. The base Performance model uses a fan and ground sealing system for grip, matching the active wing settings seen in the video.
Production is not expected to start until 2028. The Rocket version is not yet approved for public roads and is invite only. The Thrust version will be a limited release, while reservations for the base model are open with a $50,000 payment. It remains unclear if this specific telemetry will appear in other Tesla models like the Model 3 Performance.
The public can view the physical car this weekend. It will be displayed in the lobby of the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles from October 24 to 27. This will be the first time people can see the vehicle up close.
Source: Teslarati
