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Tesla Roadster production and release status

Overview

Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen has indicated that the second-generation Tesla Roadster will be released ‘very soon’. While no specific production schedule or release date was provided, the announcement follows several years of delays since the vehicle was originally unveiled in 2017.

The upcoming model is designed with high-performance specifications, including a top speed exceeding 400 km/h, a range of approximately 1,000 kilometers, and a 0–60 mph acceleration in under two seconds. Development includes a ‘SpaceX package’ intended to use cold gas thrusters to improve acceleration, braking, and cornering. This technology, internally referred to as ‘A71’, utilizes pressurized gas to generate thrust without combustion, similar to rocket stabilization systems. Musk has previously suggested these systems could allow the car to reach speeds of 0 to 97 km/h in approximately 1.1 seconds.

As of early October 2026, Tesla has rescheduled the official ‘Go for launch’ reveal from October 1 to October 15, 2026. The company cited severe weather forecasts in Waco, Texas, as the primary reason for the delay, noting that the demonstration must take place outdoors to manage noise and safety. The event is expected to take place at the SpaceX test site and may feature a demonstration of the SpaceX-developed cold gas thrusters, which are rumored to allow the vehicle to briefly lift off the ground, hover, or float on water. A recently surfaced U.S. patent provides further insight into the vehicle's design, describing an active rear wing system capable of generating up to 700 kg of aerodynamic load or reducing drag, similar to Formula 1's DRS. This deployable wing can adjust its angle in less than a quarter of a second via manual control or automated sensors monitoring speed, steering, braking, and GPS.

Entities

Tesla · SpaceX · Elon Musk · Waco, Texas · McGregor

Claims

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Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Tesla Roadster presentation rescheduled to October 15

    Tesla has rescheduled the Roadster presentation to October 15 in Texas. The new model is expected to feature active aerodynamics and potential SpaceX-collaborated thruster technology.

  2. [BUSINESS] 49 sources
    Tesla postpones Roadster unveiling to October 15 due to weather

    Tesla has postponed the unveiling of its highly anticipated second-generation Roadster to October 15, 2026, citing severe weather forecasts in Texas that would impact the required outdoor demonstration.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Tesla Roadster unveiling coincides with SpaceX no-fly zone in Texas

    The FAA has established a temporary no-fly zone over SpaceX’s McGregor, Texas facility ahead of Tesla’s scheduled October 1 unveiling of the new Roadster electric sports car.

  4. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Tesla to unveil new Roadster in Texas following patent reveal

    Tesla will unveil its new Roadster on October 1 in Texas. Recent patents reveal an active rear wing capable of 700 kg of downforce, while the company reopens orders with a $50,000 deposit.

  5. [BUSINESS] 10 sources
    Tesla to unveil new Roadster on October 1

    Tesla will unveil its new Roadster on October 1 in Texas, reopening $50,000 refundable reservations for the high-performance electric sports car.

  6. [BUSINESS] 17 sources
    Tesla reopens Roadster reservations ahead of October unveiling

    Tesla has reopened $50,000 reservations for its long-delayed next-generation Roadster ahead of an October 1 unveiling event in Waco, Texas, which may feature SpaceX-developed cold-gas thrusters.

  7. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Tesla announces Roadster reveal date amid Volkswagen efficiency concept

    Tesla has set October 1, 2026, for its Roadster reveal, potentially featuring SpaceX thrusters. Meanwhile, Volkswagen showcased its Mission Efficiency concept, targeting record-breaking EV efficiency.

  8. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    Tesla to unveil new Roadster on October 1 in Texas

    Tesla will unveil its long-awaited second-generation Roadster on October 1 in Waco, Texas, potentially featuring SpaceX-developed cold-gas thruster technology for enhanced performance.

  9. [TECHNOLOGY] 79 sources
    Tesla to unveil next-generation Roadster on October 1, 2026

    Tesla has announced the official unveiling of its next-generation Roadster for October 1, 2026. The redesigned hypercar may feature SpaceX-developed cold-gas thrusters for extreme performance.

  10. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Tesla teases upcoming update on delayed Roadster

    Tesla design chief Franz von Holzhausen teased an upcoming update on the delayed Roadster, which may feature SpaceX-developed cold gas thrusters for enhanced performance and hovering capabilities.

  11. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    Tesla prepares Roadster demonstration with SpaceX thrusters

    Tesla is reportedly planning an August 2026 demonstration of its redesigned Roadster in Texas, featuring SpaceX-developed cold gas thrusters to showcase brief hovering or lift-off capabilities.

  12. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Tesla Roadster launch expected ‘very soon’ according to Chief Designer

    Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen stated the long-awaited Tesla Roadster will launch ‘very soon’, though no specific date was provided for the high-performance electric vehicle.

  13. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Tesla Roadster’s heliocentric orbit will bring close Earth approaches in coming centuries

    Simulations predict the Tesla Roadster, launched in 2018, will make a close Earth pass in 2091 with a low long‑term collision risk, offering a rare chance to study artificial objects in solar orbit.

Sources

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