Tesla to end Cybertruck production in Texas by mid-2027
The move frees up the Austin factory for robotaxi manufacturing, a shift that follows three years of mixed sales and safety issues for the electric pickup.
By Leah Thompson ·
Tesla announced on Friday that it plans to cease manufacturing the Cybertruck at its Austin, Texas facility by mid-2027. CEO Elon Musk stated on X that the company will begin winding down the vehicle's assembly line to create space for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi.
The Texas Gigafactory is currently the only known site where the Cybertruck is built. The plant is specifically equipped to produce the specialized components required for the vehicle. Musk did not specify whether production would move to a different location, though experts note that relocating such a complex manufacturing process would be difficult.
Sales figures for the pickup have lagged behind early projections. Since its launch in 2023, analysts estimate that roughly 70,000 units have been delivered. This total is well below the 250,000 annual sales target that Musk previously predicted.
The vehicle has faced ongoing scrutiny regarding its design and safety record since entering the market. The angular body style is not legal in many international markets, and the truck has been subject to multiple recalls for faulty components. It has also been involved in fatal accidents, a history that has drawn attention to its engineering challenges.
The decision to end production marks a strategic shift for Tesla, prioritizing its autonomous vehicle fleet over the electric pickup. The Cybercab is intended to serve as the successor model in Tesla's product lineup once the transition is complete.
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