Tesla's 2028 Roadster Reveal Highlights a Strategic Exit from Traditional Automaking
Tesla unveiled its second-generation Roadster on October 15, 2026, at a SpaceX facility in Texas, targeting production in 2028. The vehicle features cold-gas thrusters and suction fans, allowing it to drive vertically, hover, and perform aerial flips. While the car boasts a 0.8-second 0-60 mph acceleration, analysts view the launch as a symbolic farewell to Tesla's core automotive business rather than a major revenue driver.