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  "id": 18866566,
  "title": "Tesla to add Cybertruck shift to clear orders before dismantling line next year",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/tesla-to-add-cybertruck-shift-to-clear-orders-before-dismantling-line",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-08T05:25:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40447985/tesla-to-add-cybertruck-shift-to-clear-orders-before-dismantling-line-next-year"
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  "account": "Tesla plans to introduce an additional production shift to meet the demand for Cybertruck vehicles before the company dismantles the line next year to expand production of the Cybercab, according to CEO Elon Musk. Musk revealed on Saturday that the current backlog of Cybertruck orders surpasses Tesla's ability to fulfill them before the line closure, expected around June or July of the following year. Musk announced the decision in a post on X, emphasizing the need to expedite the completion of outstanding orders. The shift towards the Cybercab, a two-seat robotaxi, marks a significant pivot in Tesla's strategy, with the vehicle set to become a cornerstone of the company's focus on AI and robotics. The Cybercab is seen as a critical component of Musk's vision to transform Tesla into an AI and robotics enterprise. However, the Cybertruck has faced challenges since its launch in late 2023, with sales falling to approximately 20,000 units in the US last year, significantly below Musk's initial forecast of 250,000 annual sales. The vehicle's high price, numerous recalls, quality issues, and limited appeal in international markets, particularly in Europe, have contributed to the sales slump.",
  "summary": "Tesla will add an extra production shift to try to complete outstanding Cybertruck orders before dismantling the line next year for a planned expansion of Cybercab production, CEO Elon Musk said on Saturday. “The Cybertruck order backlog is currently far more than Tesla can make before dismantling the line for Cybercab expansion around June/July next year,” Musk said in a post on X. “We will add…",
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        "title": "Tesla to expand Cybertruck production in bid to fill orders before dismantling line next year",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/tesla-to-expand-cybertruck-production-in-bid-to-fill-orders-before",
        "published": "2026-11-07T18:38:20.000Z"
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        "title": "Tesla to expand Cybertruck production in bid to fill orders before dismantling line next year",
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        "published": "2026-11-07T18:42:21.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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