RIP the Cybertruck: Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down production of its most polarizing EV
Tesla plans to wind down production of the Cybertruck by mid-2027 to prioritize the development of its Cybercab robotaxi. The decision follows poor sales performance and public backlash against the vehicle.
Why it matters
This marks a significant strategic pivot for Tesla as it shifts focus from consumer trucks to autonomous vehicle infrastructure.
It's the end of the road for the Tesla Cybertruck. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Tesla is bidding farewell to the Cybertruck. Elon Musk said production of the electric pickup would end to free up space for Tesla's Cybercab. Tesla's attempt to conquer the US truck market didn't quite go to plan. Farewell Cybertruck, we hardly knew ye. Elon Musk said on Friday that Tesla would wind down Cybertruck production from the middle of next year. It comes after sales collapsed and the science-fiction-inspired pickup became a target of vandalism and ridicule . The Tesla CEO wrote in an X post that Cybertruck production at the EV giant's Texas gigafactory would end to make room for Tesla's Cybercab robotaxi.
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Tesla Plans to Stop Cybertruck Production to Focus on Autonomous Robotaxis
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