Tesla is set to stage a grand launch event for its Roadster in Texas, USA, at 20:55 Eastern Time this Thursday. Musk has been teasing this event relentlessly, dubbing it as the most remarkable product demonstration in history. He also unveiled that the latest model incorporates SpaceX's cold gas thrusters, empowering it with the ability to achieve short-distance flights and an astonishing 0-60 mph acceleration in under one second. The Roadster prototype made its debut in 2017, with an initial delivery timeline set for 2020 and a price tag of $200,000. Presently, the reservation deposit stands firm at $50,000, though the ultimate price is yet to be disclosed. Industry analysts posit that the Roadster will emerge as Tesla's new flagship, primarily serving as a testament to the brand's avant-garde engineering and technological prowess, thereby bolstering its brand image. It is projected to have a limited annual sales volume of approximately 2,000 units, catering to innovative users as a premium, status-defining vehicle with minimal influence on Tesla's overall revenue stream.
