Tesla is 'winding down' Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory

Tesla has announced it will stop producing the Cybertruck at its Texas Gigafactory, reallocating resources to the Cybercab autonomous robotaxi, according to Elon Musk's confirmation on X. The decision comes as the stainless-steel pickup faces declining sales and production challenges. Musk did not specify whether the Cybertruck will be discontinued entirely, but the vehicle's poor performance has led many to expect its demise.

Unveiled in November 2019, the Cybertruck initially garnered significant attention for its innovative design, but issues with pricing, recalls, and quality control led to only around 71,000 units sold since late 2023, far below the company's initial target of 250,000 per year. The Cybercab is expected to take over the factory space in mid-2027, though its success remains uncertain due to Tesla's ongoing challenges with fully-autonomous self-driving technology.