Tesla delays Roadster reveal to 15 October due to bad weather

Tesla has postponed the final reveal of its long‑awaited second‑generation Roadster from 1 October to 15 October, citing severe weather at the planned outdoor launch venue in Texas.

"We've been tracking the weather closely with local meteorologists, but given the severe conditions predicted and because this event can only be held outdoors, we've made the difficult decision to reschedule," said Tesla, the company.

The reveal had been planned for Waco, Texas, and observers had speculated that nearby Lake Waco might be used if Tesla intends to demonstrate the Roadster's previously claimed ability to hover or float across bodies of water.

Tesla has not said whether the rescheduled event will remain in Waco, nor has it provided details on the size or exact nature of the launch.

The company invited Roadster deposit holders to attend on a non‑transferable basis but has not revealed how many orders, if any, it has taken for the car.

At its 2017 concept debut the Roadster was described as a drop‑top 2+2 with a 0–60mph time of 1.9sec, a top speed of more than 250mph and a 620‑mile range — figures that outperformed production EVs at the time.

Tesla has previously suggested the Roadster could be offered with optional rocket thrusters developed by SpaceX; Elon Musk has claimed those thrusters would allow the car to reach 60mph from rest in 1.1sec. The earlier 1 October announcement used the strapline 'Go for launch'.

The sole teaser image published by Tesla shows exhaust plumes from the promised thrusters and visible details such as a full‑width rear light bar and a large wing, which differ from the 2017 concept's minimalist coupé look.

Background and delays

The Roadster's final‑production reveal has been repeatedly delayed since the 2017 concept. Original plans for a 2020 launch were pushed back several times and development slowed as Tesla shifted focus to other projects, including the Cybercab, which is now in commercial service.