Tesla Roadster Updates

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 03:25 PM On October 29, 2024, Elon Musk updated deposit holders that the Tesla Roadsters design is almost ready, with first deliveries slated for 2025. Despite being on the back burner as Tesla focuses on sustainable transport, the Roadster remains a highly anticipated model. I believe the wait will be worth it given the promised performance and innovative features.

Wednesday, 23 October 2024 06:01 AM During Tesla’s Q3 2024 earnings conference call on October 23, 2024, Elon Musk confirmed that the company is making progress on the next-gen Roadster and is close to finalizing its design. The Roadster is expected to feature a Tesla/SpaceX collaboration, including an optional ‘SpaceX package’ with cold air thrusters. I think this collaboration could make the Roadster a game-changer in the electric supercar market.

Wednesday, 24 July 2024 08:42 PM During the Q2 2024 earnings call on July 24, 2024, Elon Musk shared that most of the engineering for the next-gen Roadster has been completed, but there are still some upgrades Tesla wants to include. Production is expected to start in 2025. The Roadsters specs, including a 200 kWh battery pack and over 250 mph top speed, are certainly impressive.

Monday, 01 July 2024 02:12 PM During Tesla Owners Silicon Valley’s X Takeover event in July 2024, Elon Musk mentioned that the company will conduct a demo of the next-gen Roadster in 2025 to showcase its capabilities, including the ability to fly a little with the SpaceX package. This demo is expected to be highly anticipated and could be a major marketing event for Tesla.

Wednesday, 28 February 2024 07:08 PM In a tweet on February 28, 2024, Elon Musk revealed bold updates on the next-gen Tesla Roadster, stating that the design goals had been radically increased. He hinted at a Tesla/SpaceX collaboration and a sub-one-second 0-60 mph time, calling it potentially the most mind-blowing product demo of all time. This sounds like it could be a revolutionary vehicle.

Monday, 06 November 2023 08:02 AM The next-gen Tesla Roadster is expected to be priced around Rs. 1.5 crore to Rs. 1.9 crore (approximately $200,000 to $250,000), with a limited-edition Founders Series available for an additional Rs. 38 lakh ($50,000). Only 1,000 Founders Series models will be produced. This pricing positions the Roadster as a luxury performance vehicle.

Monday, 06 November 2023 10:08 AM The Roadster will feature a 200 kWh battery pack, providing up to 620 miles of range, although this will vary based on usage. The vehicle is also expected to have a top speed of over 250 mph and a 0-60 mph time of less than one second with the SpaceX package. This range and performance combo is unprecedented in electric vehicles.

Tuesday, 07 November 2023 12:21 AM Tesla has confirmed that the next-gen Roadster will include advanced safety features, such as standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection and lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist. The vehicle will also offer adaptive cruise control with a semi-autonomous driving mode. This emphasis on safety is reassuring for such a high-performance vehicle.

Monday, 06 November 2023 05:36 AM The new Roadster will have a unique design, including a removable glass panel roof and a minimalist interior typical of Teslas design philosophy. The infotainment system will likely include features like onboard Wi-Fi, Spotify integration, and visual entertainment apps. I think the design will be sleek and futuristic, fitting for a halo car.

Monday, 16 January 2023 01:16 AM In January 2023, Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen mentioned that the new Roadster will perform better on every metric than initially conceived. The delays have allowed for significant improvements, making the Roadster a highly anticipated halo car for Tesla. I think this attention to detail will pay off in terms of performance and design.