Tesla Roadster finally enters production nearly a decade after its announcement

Tesla is set to debut the production version of its next-gen Roadster at an event in Waco, Texas. Announced nearly ten years ago, it promises 0–60mph in under two seconds, a top speed over 250mph, and an optional SpaceX package with cold-gas thrusters. The launch comes amid a US EV sales slump.

• The Roadster was announced nearly 10 years ago; the production version debuts in Waco, Texas
• Claimed specs: 0–60mph in under 2 seconds and a top speed over 250mph
• An optional SpaceX package adds cold-gas thrusters to let it 'fly a little'
• The launch lands amid a US EV sales slump and canceled reservations