New Tesla Roadster Revealed, Production Delayed Until 2028

Tesla unveiled its long‑awaited second‑generation Roadster at a launch event held at SpaceX’s Rocket Development and Test site in McGregor, Texas. The new model departs sharply from the swoopy concept shown in 2017, taking its lines from the angular Lotus Esprit S1 Bond car that appeared in The Spy Who Loved Me. Its wedge shape, gullwing doors and sharp edges give the Roadster a distinct, modern silhouette.

Performance details

The entry‑level Performance trim comes standard with SpaceX‑developed cold‑gas thrusters, while the top‑tier Rocket version requires a £250,000 deposit and adds extra thrusters that Tesla says will aid forward and upward acceleration as well as lateral rotation. The same reports suggest the car will produce over 1,500 bhp.

Inside, the Roadster follows Tesla’s minimalist approach. A centrally‑mounted touchscreen sits on the dashboard, and the seats are trimmed in micro‑fibre. Drive‑by‑wire and brake‑by‑wire systems, a Model S‑style steering yoke, a McMurtry‑style multi‑mode suction system that delivers 2 G of downforce, and a motorsport‑inspired push‑rod are all standard. Pricing has not been confirmed, but the extensive R&D and high‑performance components suggest a six‑figure price at least for the Rocket trim.