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Tesla debuts the 2026 Roadster electric sports car

Outlets report on the debut of Tesla's new electric sports car, noting its high price and past development delays.

Tesla roadster 2020 prototype
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At a glance

  • Tesla debuted its new Roadster electric sports car.13
  • The vehicle is priced at least $200,000.23

Tesla has debuted its next-generation Roadster electric sports car.13

The vehicle carries a price tag of at least $200,000.23

The company previously revealed a Roadster refresh concept in 2017.12

Tesla subsequently missed multiple targeted delivery dates over nearly a decade.13

Where sources agree

  • Tesla debuted the Roadster electric sports car3 of 3
  • The vehicle follows prior delays or a 2017 concept2 of 3

Where sources differ

Does the Roadster feature levitation or flying capabilities, or is it a traditional sports car?

Tesla demonstrated a levitating Roadster sports car.2

Tesla debuted a 2026 Roadster, an EV sports car.13

We show both readings and don't pick a side.

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1CNBCTesla reveals next-generation Roadster after almost a decade of delays ↗
  2. 2MarketWatchTesla finally delivers on its promise to create a flying car ↗
  3. 3The New York TimesTesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000 ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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