Mask deceived again: Tesla is postponing the release of the Roadster and the full self‑driving system FSD.

Brief Tesla news summary

Topic What was said Key dates and figures FSD (Full Self‑Driving) Musk confirmed that full autonomous mode will be available only in Q4 of this year 16 billion km of experience, version 15 should launch by the end of the year but is guaranteed to appear next year Roadster (2nd generation) Production starts about a month after the presentation; the demo car will be thoroughly checked for defects. The first model was launched into space, and the new version was announced in November 2017 Robots Optimus Production is planned to start in Fremont (California) by the end of July/beginning of August after the release of Model X and S. A million robots per year are expected, but the first batches will be limited (~10 000 units). Texas factory By summer 2027 a new production line for Optimus IV should be ready; in California the third generation will continue to be produced Musk declined a demonstration in Q1, citing “competitive threats”.

What’s new and why it matters
1. FSD – the long‑awaited autonomous mode

- Initially promised in 2018, but deadlines have been repeatedly postponed.

- Musk emphasized that full confidence in safety will require about 16 billion km of test drives.

- Version 15 will be “pure AI” and completely overhaul the software architecture; its release is planned for the end of this year but it is guaranteed to appear next year.

2. Roadster – the return of the legendary sports car

- Musk said the new Roadster will be ready “in a month” after the presentation.

- A key point will be checking the demo prototype for defects to avoid incidents during public tests.

3. Robots Optimus – first step toward mass production

- After releasing Model X and S in California, a line for robots is planned to start at the end of July/beginning of August.

- Initially production will be capped at 10 000 units, but the plant can produce up to one million robots per year.

4. Texas factory – scaling up

- By summer 2027 a new line for Optimus IV should be ready.

- Production of the third generation will continue in California, but Musk declined a public demonstration in Q1 due to “competitive threats”.

Conclusion
Tesla continues to stick to its ambitious plans, but as expected, deadlines are constantly pushed back. New software and product versions require significant test data and safety checks, which explains the delays. Nevertheless, the company remains confident about its future: FSD 15, the new Roadster, and Optimus IV promise to become key growth drivers in the coming years.