Tesla began delivering its first-generation Roadster in 2008, with over 1,400 units delivered by December 2010 and around 2,450 units produced between 2008 and 2012. The original Roadster was a limited-production sports car that played a significant role in the company's early success and the growth of electric vehicles. In 2017, Tesla announced the return of the Roadster, promising a new model capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 1.9 seconds and reaching a top speed of 250 mph. However, the release of the new Roadster has been delayed multiple times, with production now expected to begin in 2025.