Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory around mid-2027, Elon Musk said Friday, as the company makes room for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The announcement concerns the Texas plant and does not specify whether Cybertruck production will continue elsewhere.
Musk announced the plan on X. The Associated Press also reported that Tesla intends to gradually reduce output at the factory, rather than setting a precise final production date.
The shift comes as Tesla develops the Cybercab, a two-seat vehicle without a steering wheel or pedals. Tesla unveiled it in 2024. Production began at the Texas plant in April, and service started in Austin in September, according to the original report.
Cybertruck sales fell in 2025
The Cybertruck drew attention after its 2019 unveiling, but sales declined last year. Figures from Kelley Blue Book cited by CBS News show Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks in 2025, down from 38,965 in 2024.
Commercial production began in 2023. Musk had previously forecast annual sales of 250,000 vehicles, while the Cybertruck initially carried a price of $60,990. The pickup has also faced recalls and quality concerns, according to the report.
Wall Street analyst Dan Ives said the decision reflects the vehicle’s high price and weaker-than-expected demand. He said Musk is shifting focus toward robotics and robotaxis as Cybertruck production winds down.
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