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After almost a decade,Tesla Roadstar does not have a release date, all fraud?

The Tesla Roadster, announced in 2017 with a promised 2020 release, still has no confirmed production date as of 2024. Despite deposits being taken, multiple delays have led to skepticism about the vehicle's launch timeline.

Background

- The Tesla Roadster is an electric sports car announced in 2017 as a follow-up to Tesla's first car (2008 Roadster). Promised specs: 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds, 620-mile range. It was meant to be a "halo car" showcasing Tesla's capabilities. - Almost seven years later, no release date. Original 2020 target was repeatedly delayed. Tesla still accepts $50,000+ deposits but hasn't begun production. - The article's title says "Roadstar" (a common typo) and calls it "fraud" — the argument is that Tesla took money for a car it may never build. - This fits a pattern: Tesla often announces products years early (e.g., Cybertruck announced 2019, shipped late 2023). Critics say this is misleading marketing; supporters say engineering delays are normal for ambitious new vehicles.

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