After nearly a decade of waiting, fans of the Tesla Roadster might finally get what they have been hoping for. Tesla just filed two new trademark logos in the US, hinting that its long-promised electric sports car could soon make a comeback. While past promises have come and gone, this move suggests the long delay might be nearing its end.
Tesla first revealed its second-generation Roadster back in 2017 in a surprise announcement alongside the electric semi truck. At the time, Elon Musk promised jaw-dropping specs: a top speed over 400 kilometers per hour, zero to 160 kilometers per hour in just over 4 seconds, and a starting price around 200,000 dollars. That timeline did not age well.
Multiple delays followed, and updates became scarce. But on February 3, 2026, Tesla filed two new trademarks, including a sleek silhouette of the Roadster. It is the first sign in years that the car is still alive and could actually make it to production soon.
In its most recent earnings report, Tesla confirmed that preparations are underway in North America for the Roadster's next phase. Musk has announced a demo event for April 1, 2026, and claimed production could start between 12 and 18 months later. But Musk has set timelines for this car before, and April 1 leaves room for skepticism.
Still, the trademark filings and recent financial updates give fans a reason to believe the Roadster could finally become reality. If it launches by 2027, it will mark a full decade between its first reveal and real-world delivery.
Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.
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