& # 39; Starman & # 39; and the Tesla Roadster put into orbit by SpaceX have now overtaken Mars



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By Denise Chow

"Starman" went through the solar system without a hitch, at least until now.

The model wearing a spacesuit and his Tesla Red Roadster now exceed the orbit of Mars after being launched into space in February aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, announced the aircraft manufacturer in a tweet.

The tweet includes a diagram showing Starman's current position on his orbital path, as well as a timid reference to "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy", Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy series: " Next step, the restaurant at the end of the universe. "

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