Elon Musk appears to signal the end of the road for Cybertruck

According to Elon Musk, Tesla plans to cease production of the Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year, as the focus shifts towards developing more self-driving Cybercab cars. While Musk did not explicitly state whether the Cybertruck will be discontinued entirely or relocated for manufacturing, lead engineer Wes Morrill suggested on X that the vehicle was being discontinued, stating that Cybertruck was an "incredible technology development platform" that "lives on through Cybercab."

Despite its distinctive design, the Cybertruck faced numerous challenges since its launch in 2023. With a price tag of $61,000 at its introduction, the vehicle struggled to gain traction in the US truck market, where consumers may not have shared Musk's enthusiasm. It garnered over 146,000 orders in 2019, but disappointing sales numbers since its launch have raised doubts about its viability.

The production issues did not end with Cybertruck's official launch. In 2025, more than 46,000 Cybertrucks faced recalls due to concerns about the trim falling off. Additionally, the Cybertruck's 2026 "Cyberbeast" model comes with a considerably higher price point of $102,000, further contributing to its declining prospects.

Tesla fans have expressed their reactions to the news, with some lamenting its discontinuation as "the best vehicle Tesla has ever made." Musk himself responded to a fan's concern on X with the word "true," adding that the Cybertruck "fleet will be around for a long time." However, Musk's statement does not necessarily confirm whether the Cybertruck will continue to be produced or if it will be phased out entirely.