Tesla ‘Cannot Guarantee’ Roadster Reservation Holders Will Ever Get a Car
Tesla admits it cannot guarantee delivery dates or final production for its newly re-revealed Roadster, despite accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in deposits. Customers signing up for the vehicle must agree to terms stating the car remains under development with no delivery promises. The company is asking for five thousand dollars upfront, followed by two hundred forty-five thousand dollars within ten days. While the vehicle has generated significant attention for its extreme performance metrics and rocket thruster technology, buyers face the prospect of paying substantial sums without a guaranteed vehicle.
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- ✓ Tesla is taking reservations for the newly re-revealed Roadster, requiring a five thousand dollar upfront payment followed by two hundred forty-five thousand dollars within ten days.
- ✓ The terms and conditions for the Roadster reservation state that Tesla cannot guarantee when or if the vehicle will be delivered because it is still under development.
What changed
Tesla added terms to its pre-order agreement explicitly stating it cannot guarantee if or when the Roadster will be delivered.
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Tesla Cannot Guarantee Delivery of New Roadster
Tesla admits it cannot guarantee delivery dates or final production for its newly re-revealed Roadster, despite accepting hundreds of thousands of dollars in deposits. Customers signing up for the vehicle must agree to terms stating the car remains under development with no delivery promises. The company is asking for five thousand dollars upfront, followed by two hundred forty-five thousand dollars within ten days. While the vehicle has generated significant attention for its extreme performance metrics and rocket thruster technology, buyers face the prospect of paying substantial sums without a guaranteed vehicle.
Why it matters
The newly showcased Roadster relies on stunt technology and rocket thrusters, sparking discussions across the automotive sector about safety, regulation, and feasibility. Observers note that the company has a history of long development cycles for high-end specialty vehicles. Legal questions also remain about how such a vehicle would interact with standard road and airspace regulations.
What is confirmed
- Tesla is taking reservations for the newly re-revealed Roadster, requiring a five thousand dollar upfront payment followed by two hundred forty-five thousand dollars within ten days.
- The terms and conditions for the Roadster reservation state that Tesla cannot guarantee when or if the vehicle will be delivered because it is still under development.
Still unconfirmed
- The flying car will soon secure regulatory approval for civilian use.
What to watch next
- Any updates from Tesla regarding production timelines or manufacturing milestones for the Roadster
- Regulatory responses from transportation authorities regarding the vehicle's road and air legality
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