Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production for Cybercab expansion

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Nov, 18:53 · Archive

Tesla plans to halt Cybertruck production around mid-2027 to make room for Cybercab robotaxi manufacturing at its Texas factory.

Tesla plans to halt Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around the middle of 2027 to make room for expanded Cybercab manufacturing, CEO Elon Musk announced on Saturday. The Cybercab is a two-seat autonomous robotaxi central to Musk's vision of turning Tesla into an AI and robotics company.

Musk said Tesla would add an extra production shift to try to complete the current Cybertruck order backlog before dismantling the line. 'The Cybertruck order backlog is currently far more than Tesla can make before dismantling the line for Cybercab expansion around June/July next year,' Musk posted on X.

The Cybertruck, which began reaching customers in late 2023, has underperformed expectations. US sales fell to about 20,000 vehicles last year from nearly 39,000 in 2024, according to Kelley Blue Book, far below Musk's initial prediction of 250,000 annual sales. The stainless steel pickup has faced repeated recalls and quality concerns since launch, while its unconventional design has limited prospects in overseas markets including Europe.

Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production for Cybercab expansion — Image: New York Post

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Tesla to add Cybertruck shift to clear orders before dismantling line next yearThe Cybercab is one of Musk's key bets in his push to turn Tesla into an AI and robotics company rather than just an automaker.New York Post · 8 Nov, 18:39
Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production after sales slumpTesla Cybertruck production is winding down at Gigafactory Texas to make room for Cybercab robotaxi manufacturing, but key questions remain for owners.Fox News · 8 Nov, 12:30

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