What happened
Tesla used its social media account to post a teaser stating that the next-generation Roadster sports car is expected to be released on October 1.
The teaser was posted on September 12 local time, according to the report.
Why it matters
The Roadster holds a symbolic place as Tesla's original halo vehicle, so a new generation would draw outsized attention relative to its likely sales volume.
A teaser is not a launch: the post only signals an expected date, and Tesla has not provided further details in the supplied material, so the timing remains a plan rather than a confirmed event.
Key facts
Tesla posted the teaser on social media on September 12 local time.
The post says the next-generation Roadster is expected to be released on October 1.
The source of the report is Jiemian News.
What to watch next
Whether Tesla confirms the October 1 date with additional details as it approaches.
Whether the company releases specifications, pricing or availability information alongside any unveiling.