What we actually know about the delayed Tesla Roadster 2.0
- The second-generation Tesla Roadster will set new EV records
- It is supposed to be the fastest production car in the world
- However, it’s been delayed several times
Published on Aug 25, 2024 at 12:59 PM (UTC+4)
by Nalin Rawat
Last updated on Aug 26, 2024 at 7:24 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Siddharth Dudeja
As of 2024, the Tesla Roadster 2.0 remains one of the most highly anticipated cars in the automotive world.
The successor to the original Roadster, the second-gen model plans to set new standards for speed, range, and technology.
According to Elon Musk, it will also be the fastest production car ever made. — so here’s everything we know about the delayed EV.
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All we know about the Tesla Roadster 2.0
First teased in 2017, the Tesla Roadster 2.0 promised to be a game-changing EV supercar with amazing specs.
Back then, it promised a 0-60mph time of 1.9 seconds and a top speed exceeding 250 mph.
It even boasted a 620-mile range on a single charge.
Initially planned for a 2020 release, the second iteration has faced numerous delays.
However, in a Q2 2024 Earnings Call, Musk told investors that the second-generation Roadster will finally be available from next year.
“We’ve completed most of the engineering,” Musk said.
“I think there are still some upgrades we want to make to it, but we expect to be in production with Roadster next year,” he added.
“It will be something special.”
It seems that since its debut, the Tesla Roadster 2.0 has gone through some design changes.
Elon Musk also claims that it can go 0 to 60mph in under one second.
SpaceX option package
Elon Musk has also claimed that the new Tesla Roadster 2.0 will also have an additional SpaceX option package.
Additionally, the SpaceX model will feature small rocket thrusters and capabilities beyond traditional sports cars.
‘SpaceX option package’ for the new model will include around ten small rocket thrusters arranged seamlessly around the car,” Elon said in a 2018 post.
“These rocket engines dramatically improve acceleration, top speed, braking & cornering. Maybe they will even allow a Tesla to fly…” he added.
Obviously, the billionaire is known for making such wild claims, so take it with a grain of salt.
Nalin started his career by working with various national newspapers in India. He has also worked as a writer/editor for many popular websites, while still pursuing his journalism and mass communication degree. Working as a digital nomad has allowed him to inform and educate through his work. When he is not writing, you can find him playing video games or travelling the mountains on his bike.
