Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory by mid-2027, freeing up manufacturing capacity for its autonomous electric taxi.
Tesla will end Cybertruck production around the middle of 2027, marking a major change in its electric vehicle strategy. CEO Elon Musk announced the decision on X, saying the move will create more factory capacity for Cybercab production.
The decision comes just three years after the Cybertruck entered production in 2023. It also follows Tesla’s decision to discontinue the Model S and Model X seven months earlier.
Why Tesla Is Ending Cybertruck Production
Tesla first revealed the Cybertruck as a concept in 2019. The company initially planned to launch it in 2021, but production delays pushed its market arrival to 2023.
Manufactured at Gigafactory Texas in the US, the electric pickup became one of Tesla’s most talked-about vehicles. It was positioned as a flagship model and a competitor to electric pickups such as the Ford F-150 Lightning.
However, the truck faced several challenges after its launch. Its sharp exterior design and stainless steel body attracted attention, but its design also limited access to some markets. The vehicle did not meet European safety regulations, preventing its entry into a major automotive market. The Cybertruck is currently sold in the US, Mexico, Canada, the UAE, Qatar, South Korea and Saudi Arabia.
Tesla Cybertruck Sales and Market Challenges
The Cybertruck received strong attention and initial demand after its launch. However, its sales performance later failed to match earlier expectations.
Tesla’s launch pricing was also much higher than the price promised during its 2019 reveal. Controversies surrounding Elon Musk also became part of the public discussion about the vehicle.
The Cybertruck has recorded estimated cumulative sales of more than 63,000 units. This remains far below Musk’s earlier prediction of 250,000 units annually.
The production announcement has also attracted mixed reactions on social media. Some users welcomed the decision, while others made jokes about the vehicle’s future. One widely shared response simply read, “The world is healing.”
Tesla Cybercab to Get More Production Capacity
Tesla plans to use the freed-up manufacturing capacity to increase Cybercab production. The Cybercab is an autonomous electric taxi designed for the company’s planned ride-hailing service.
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The vehicle has a different design from conventional cars. It does not have a steering wheel, pedals, outside rearview mirrors or a rear windscreen. It also features butterfly doors. The decision follows Tesla’s earlier shift towards Optimus humanoid robot production after discontinuing the Model S and Model X.
What Happens to Tesla’s Other Cars?
After Cybertruck production ends, the Model 3 and Model Y will remain in Tesla’s global passenger vehicle range, according to the supplied information.
The next-generation Roadster is expected to begin deliveries in 2028. Tesla is also reportedly working on a smaller and more affordable electric vehicle, although no launch timeline has been provided.
The Cybertruck’s planned production shutdown marks another change in Tesla’s manufacturing priorities. The company is now preparing to give more production capacity to its autonomous taxi programme.
