Tesla unveiled a redesigned Roadster built with SpaceX, featuring rocket-style thrusters and production slated to begin in 2028. Tesla claims a range over 300 miles per charge, 0 to 60 mph in under one second and a top speed above 230 mph, though the range is less than half of Musk's 2017 promise. Pricing was not confirmed at the event, but the reservation page lists a Performance version with a $50,000 deposit, a Thrust version with a $250,000 deposit and an invite-only Rocket version. Analysts see the car mainly as a halo product, with the stock more likely to hinge on margins and cash flow in the October 21 quarterly results.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Consumer Discretionary |
| Industry | Automobile Manufacturers |
| Market cap | $1.4T |
| Close on 10/15/2026 | 362.44 |
| Change that session | -1.29% |
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