Tesla Reveals Roadster Cockpit Interface

Tesla has unveiled the most detailed view yet of the next-generation Roadster’s digital cockpit.

In a thirty-four-second video shared on X on Friday afternoon, the automaker walked viewers through the vehicle’s touchscreen experience. The accompanying caption highlighted a design philosophy inspired by fighter jet cockpits, stating that the interface was built specifically around the pilot. The footage begins with a black screen featuring red graphics and a three-dimensional wireframe of the car positioned next to its squared-off yoke. Interacting with the model reveals controls for the rear wing, offering both low drag and high downforce configurations, alongside a charging interface with limit settings and a compact music player. A row of tabs at the bottom provides quick access to home, vehicle, listen, climate, and navigate functions.

The majority of the demonstration focuses on the vehicle’s Track Mode. This view presents a live map of the circuit, a log of session lap times, and real-time data for brake and motor temperatures, as well as individual tire pressure and heat levels. Drivers can access a setup page to select from auto, low drag, high downforce, or custom aerodynamic modes. They can also adjust aero and brake balances and disable stability and traction control. A status bar at the bottom displays a thruster reading of 5,500 PSI next to a boost ready indicator.

This software display connects directly to the hardware Tesla showcased near Waco, Texas, on October 15. The Thrust and Rocket versions utilize cold gas thrusters powered by carbon-overwrapped pressure vessels. Tesla claims these models will accelerate from zero to sixty miles per hour in under 0.9 seconds and under 0.59 seconds, respectively. The base Performance model relies on a fan and ground sealing system for grip, with the on-screen aero settings matching the active wings and suction setup previously detailed in technical breakdowns.

The Roadster’s layout marks a significant shift from Tesla’s other vehicles. Rather than centering the map, the home page places the car model front and center. The company’s website lists two smaller forward displays alongside the main touchscreen. It remains unclear if this telemetry will appear in other models like the Model 3 Performance. Elon Musk stated that production is scheduled to begin in 2028, while noting that the flagship Rocket version is not yet approved for public roads. Reservations are currently open with a fifty thousand dollar payment, with the Thrust version listed as a limited release and the Rocket version invite-only.

The interface may undergo further changes before delivery. However, the public will have its first opportunity to see the physical vehicle this weekend. According to Sawyer Merritt, the Roadster will be displayed in the lobby of the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles from October 24 through 27.