It has been about nine years since Tesla first promised an updated version of its Roadster electric sports car in 2017, saying it would be ready in 2020. After repeated delays, the company is finally set to unveil its second-generation hypercar. The reveal is scheduled for tonight, October 15, at 8:55PM ET, provided Tesla does not postpone again.
CEO Elon Musk has been posting about the vehicle on X, calling the new Tesla Roadster "a candidate for greatest product demo of all time." The company has promised impressive specifications, including a 620-mile range and the ability to go from zero to 60 in 1.9 seconds, figures first announced at the 2017 reveal.
Recent images on Tesla's website appear to hint at cold-gas thrusters, and reports suggest the car may be able to fly. Musk has also written that "this demo will be a BANGER, probably metaphorically, though some chance literally." Engadget expects a spectacle to watch later today.
The liveblog begins at about 4PM ET, and readers are invited to share comments while they wait to see whether Tesla delivers on its promises today.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing