tesla roadster

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tesla roadster

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The Tesla Roadster refers to two distinct vehicles:

*   **First Generation (2008–2012):** The original electric sports car produced by Tesla Motors. A famous unit from this generation, owned by Elon Musk, was launched into space in 2018.
*   **Second Generation (Upcoming):** A high-performance electric sports car currently in development. Originally unveiled as a concept in 2017 with ambitious performance claims (such as a 0–60 mph time under 2 seconds and a 620-mile range), it has faced multiple production delays.

**Current Status (as of September 2026):**
*   **Reveal Event:** Tesla has scheduled an official reveal event for the production-specification Roadster on **October 1, 2026**, in Waco, Texas.
*   **Production Targets:** While Tesla has not provided a definitive delivery date, reports indicate internal targets for production at Gigafactory Texas are set for **2027 or 2028**. 
*   **Reservations:** Tesla has recently reopened reservations for the vehicle, requiring a deposit process for those interested.
*   **Pricing:** The base model is priced at $200,000, with the "Founder Series" priced at $250,000.