Summary:
- In 2018, Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster was launched into space aboard the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, becoming the first car to be sent into orbit around the Sun.
- The Roadster is now classified as an "asteroid" by the International Astronomical Union, as it meets the criteria for a small solar system body that is not a planet, dwarf planet, or natural satellite.
- The Roadster's journey through space has been tracked by astronomers, and it is expected to remain in orbit for millions of years, potentially becoming a fixture in the night sky for future generations.