Tesla's Second-Gen Roadster Prototype Enters Testing, Confirmed for Production at Texas Factory

The first prototype vehicles of Tesla's second-generation Roadster have entered the testing phase, and production has been confirmed to take place at the Texas Gigafactory. Since its initial unveiling in 2017, the model has faced multiple delays, and its production location had previously remained unspecified. Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla’s Chief Designer, stated that the Texas factory offers ample space, and the team is already planning the vehicle’s production line layout. Lars Moravy, Vice President of Engineering, revealed that with the cancellation of the Model S Plaid Plus project, engineering resources have been redirected toward Roadster development. He added that the engineering team is highly motivated and actively advancing testing efforts. Moravy noted that the new car will feature an entirely new motor system designed around extreme performance, though specific technical details were not disclosed. Von Holzhausen said more information about the vehicle will be released progressively over the coming months.