Tesla is winding down Cybertruck production, but Elon Musk insists poor sales aren't the reason
Musk's explanation is raising plenty of skepticism. The real reason is more likely that the truck just isn't selling anywhere near as well as Tesla or Musk expected. Read Entire Article
Tesla is reportedly halting production of the Cybertruck, but Elon Musk claims this isn't due to low sales. Instead, the CEO says the EV will start winding down production around mid-next year to make space for more important projects, namely increased Cybercab production. Many are skeptical of this explanation, with strong indications that the truck simply isn't selling nearly as well as Tesla or Musk anticipated.
According to Electrek, Tesla combines the Cybertruck with other models like the Model S, Model X, and the Semi in its sales reports. In Q3 2026, 8,295 vehicles in this category were delivered, a 48% decrease year-over-year. Elon Musk had initially expected 250,000 annual Cybertruck sales, but current estimates suggest around 30,000 trucks. This is far below the projected volume.
Cox Automotive provides a more conservative estimate of 4,323 Cybertrucks sold in Q3 2026, bringing the cumulative nine-month total to 11,586. Reuters notes Musk has not disclosed whether production will relocate or cease entirely. However, Texas is currently the only Tesla facility capable of manufacturing the truck's unique components.
For now, Musk is betting on the Cybercab, an EV with no steering wheel or pedals, which began offering paid rides in Austin in September. Federal safety compliance remains an ongoing concern for the company.
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