Tesla to Livestream Next-Gen Roadster Reveal in Waco on Thursday
The event was originally scheduled for October 1 but was moved due to severe weather and high winds.
Tesla will broadcast its next-generation Roadster reveal live on Thursday, October 15, marking the first time the company has announced a public stream for this specific event. The livestream is scheduled for 7:55 p.m. Central Time, following a delay from the originally planned October 1 date.
What Happened
According to a post from the official Tesla account on X, the event will take place in Waco, Texas. This is the second date for the reveal; Tesla initially set the event for October 1, with invitations sent to reservation holders for an 8:30 p.m. Eastern start time. However, on September 28, Tesla moved the event to October 15, citing severe weather and the requirement for an outdoor demonstration. Elon Musk further specified that high winds were the cause, fueling speculation that the vehicle might perform airborne maneuvers during the presentation.
Why It Matters
The shift to a livestream format expands access to an event that was previously restricted to reservation holders with non-transferable tickets. Reports indicate the vehicle will be unmanned and spectators will be kept several hundred yards back for safety, suggesting the demonstration may involve high-speed or flight capabilities. A SpaceX package reportedly code-named A71 is linked to the event, potentially hinting at thruster technology that could reduce 0 to 60 mph times to approximately one second, compared to the 1.9 seconds quoted for the base model in 2017.
While the 2017 figures of 620 miles of range, a top speed above 250 mph, and prices of $200,000 (base) and $250,000 (Founders Series) remain the only official specs, Tesla has stated the upcoming event will include updated pricing, specifications, and production targets. Production is expected at Giga Texas in 2027 or 2028. With Tesla’s third-quarter earnings call scheduled for October 21, any new data revealed on Thursday will provide immediate context for investors just days before the financial report.
The Bottom Line
Tesla’s decision to livestream the Roadster reveal on October 15 in Waco, Texas, follows a weather-related postponement. The event is expected to clarify pricing, specs, and production timelines for the next-generation model, which is anticipated to debut with significant performance enhancements over the 2017 prototype.
