Tesla postponed its next-gen Roadster reveal from October 1 to October 15, citing severe weather for an outdoor-only event. The company said additional details will follow and did not announce a new start time.
Updated September 29: Tesla moved the next-gen Roadster reveal from October 1 to October 15, citing severe weather for an outdoor-only event. No new start time was announced.
The Information recently reported that the 2017 version of the car had been completely abandoned for a new, yet-to-be-revealed design.
The long-awaited sports car continues to draw attention as one of Tesla’s most delayed projects.
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Tesla unveiled its next-gen Roadster in three configurations, including a one-seat Rocket version that can fly. Tesla lists more than 300 miles of range, more than 230 mph and 0–60 in under 0.59 seconds for the Rocket. Deposits are $50,000 (Performance) and $250,000 (Thrust); Rocket is invite-only. Final prices aren't announced, and production starts in 2028.
Tesla marked the start of high-volume Semi production at its new Sparks, Nevada factory on September 24. The plant, which Tesla says covers 1.8 million square feet, is built to scale to 50,000 trucks annually.
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