Tesla to End Cybertruck Production in Texas to Focus on Cybercab
Elon Musk announced that the electric automaker will halt production of the angular pickup truck by mid-2027 to reallocate factory space for its two-seater robotaxi.
Tesla will discontinue manufacturing the Cybertruck at its Texas facility around the middle of 2027, according to an announcement made by Chief Executive Elon Musk in a post on X. The factory space will instead be dedicated to expanding production of the Cybercab, the company's autonomous two-seater robotaxi.
The Cybertruck made its debut in November 2019 during a dramatic presentation in California featuring shattered armored glass windows. Built with a stainless-steel exoskeleton, the vehicle was heavily inspired by dystopian science fiction films. However, after investing approximately $2 billion into its development and manufacturing, Tesla struggled to meet its initial production targets. The Gigafactory in Texas was constructed to yield 250,000 vehicles annually, yet production figures reached only a fraction of that goal amid criticism from Wall Street analysts and automotive skeptics.
Sales figures reflected the vehicle's polarizing reception in the United States. According to estimates from Kelley Blue Book cited by CBS News, sales dropped from 38,965 units in 2024 to 20,237 units in 2025. The vehicle also became entangled in broader cultural debates, frequently drawing negative attention and vandalism on public streets.
Despite the commercial struggles and criticism, the vehicle cultivated a dedicated base of owners who praised its futuristic design, raw power, and distinctive road presence. Matt Holm, president of the Austin Tesla Owners Club, described the vehicle as an artistic statement that pushed the boundaries of automotive design. 'It's pushing the limits of design and, without a doubt, divides opinions,' Holm said. 'But it opens the language to other possibilities.'
Following the announcement regarding the production timeline, Tesla increased vehicle prices in the United States by up to 10% on November 6 and temporarily paused new orders for certain configurations. The starting price for available orders rose significantly over preceding months, moving from $69,990 to $92,490. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive version was listed at $82,490, though it no longer accepted new reservations.
Musk indicated that existing order backlogs exceed the volume the company can manufacture prior to dismantling the assembly line. In response to customer inquiries, Cybertruck chief engineer Wes Morrill confirmed that Tesla will continue to provide vehicle maintenance and spare parts, and the company stated that standard warranty coverage for existing owners will remain unaffected.