by Tesla Roadster Demonstration Confirmed for 2025
Tesla’s chief designer has confirmed that the demonstration of the new Roadster is scheduled for 2025. Franz von Holzhausen stated that production of the car will begin “definitely within two years.” If these plans are realized, the second-generation Roadster could reach customers by 2027.
History of Delays and Expectations
Eight years have passed since the presentation of the second-generation Roadster. Initially, this electric vehicle was positioned as a new performance standard for electric cars, capable of changing perceptions about EV capabilities. However, during this time, other manufacturers have managed to present their own innovative developments.
In recent years, Tesla has launched the Cybertruck, updated the Model 3 and Model Y, and repeatedly promised full self-driving functionality, while the Roadster remained in the shadows. Some even began to consider it an unrealized project.
We are planning it for this year
Plans for the Coming Weeks
During his appearance on the Ride the Lightning podcast, von Holzhausen was asked if the Roadster demonstration would take place in 2025, as Elon Musk had promised. He replied that the company indeed plans to show the car by the end of the year. However, with each passing week, there is less and less time to organize such an event.
Regarding the start of production timeline, the designer noted:
Definitely, within two years
Under these conditions, the first deliveries to customers could begin around 2027, barring any additional delays, which are not uncommon for Tesla.
Technical Specifications and Reality
The stated Roadster specifications are impressive: acceleration to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds, top speed over 250 mph, and a range of up to 620 miles. The possibility of using rocket thrusters is also being discussed. However, for now, these figures remain only on paper, as no one has seen the car in real-world conditions.
It is important to remember that Tesla often promises more than it can deliver within the stated timeframes. For example, the Cybertruck appeared with a delay, having a shorter range and a higher price than initially planned. This is just one of many examples.
Von Holzhausen insists that the final product is worth the long wait. But with each passing year, the Roadster story resembles less of a promising novelty and more of a project that Tesla simply cannot afford to fail.
Delays with the Roadster may be related to technological challenges, particularly the implementation of innovative systems such as rocket thrusters, or the need to optimize production processes to achieve the stated specifications. Furthermore, competition in the electric vehicle market has intensified significantly in recent years, so Tesla is likely trying to create a product that will truly impress the public and justify the long wait.
