Tesla winds down Cybertruck production to boost Cybercab robotaxi push.
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From 6 outlets- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027. SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning PostSourceBusinessLineIndiaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at BusinessLine
- Musk says the move will free capacity for the newly launched Cybercab model. SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning PostSourceNew York PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-rightCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at New York Post
- Cybertruck sales have been weak, with 20,237 units sold in the US last year. SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning Post
- Cybertruck faced design and regulatory challenges limiting adoption in Europe. SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning Post
- Cybercab is central to Tesla's ambition to build a global robotaxi network. SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning Post
- Decision aims to 'make room' for more self-driving Cybercab vehicles, per Musk. SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC
- Lead engineer Wes Morrill hints at discontinuation via post noting Cybercab continuation. SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC
- Cybertruck launched in 2023 after delays and had disappointing sales. SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC
- Recalls in 2025 affected over 46,000 Cybertrucks and pricing has risen. SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC
- Musk emphasizes robotics and AI as the company’s strategic focus over new car models. SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian
- The Texas plant will also produce Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot. SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian
- The shift aims to expand output of Cybercab autonomous taxis. SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW
Quotes
“True, but the Cybertruck fleet will be around for a long time.”
Elon Musk, Tesla CEOSourceBusiness Insider10:40 UTCSourceBusiness Insider10:40 UTC “Cybertruck was an incredible technology development platform and lives on through Cybercab. Thanks to everyone who contributed to making the future looking like the future”
Wes Morrill, Tesla’s Cybertruck lead engineerSourceBusiness Insider10:40 UTCSourceBusiness Insider10:40 UTC
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Oldest first · UTC“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory as it struggles to win appeal”
Key points from Channel News Asia
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around mid-2025.
- Musk said the move aims to free capacity for Cybercab production, central to robotaxi goals.
- Cybertruck technology lives on through Cybercab, according to Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill.
- Cybertruck has struggled with mass-market appeal, regulatory hurdles, recalls, and pricing changes.
- Tesla does not release individual Cybertruck sales; deliveries were 8,295 in Q3 under 'Other Models'.
“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory by mid-2027”
“The proposed production shift comes as the electric vehicle maker places its driverless robotaxi ambitions at the centre of its strategy”
Key points from BusinessLine
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory by mid-2027.
- CEO Elon Musk announced the move in a Friday post on X.
- It is unclear whether Cybertruck production will move to another facility or end.
- Cybertruck has faced recalls, quality-control issues, and price revisions.
- Musk has prioritized the Cybercab as Tesla's robotaxi main driverless vehicle.
“Elon Musk says Tesla will stop making Cybertrucks in 2027”
“Tesla chief executive Elon Musk has said the company will cease production of its Cybertruck next year after the much-hyped autonomous electric vehicle did not meet lofty expectations. Tesla will instead focus on boosting output of its Cybercab robotaxi, Mr Musk said in a post on his X platform.”
Key points from The National
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will cease around mid-2027 at Gigafactory Texas.
- Tesla will pivot to increasing output of the Cybercab robotaxi.
- Cybertruck launched in 2019 with high expectations but struggled to gain momentum.
- Prices rose from $39,900 to as high as $100,000, contributing to sales shortfalls.
- Tesla also recently unveiled a new generation Roadster, set for 2028 production.
“Tesla to axe Cybertruck as Musk shifts focus to robotics and AI”
“Carmaker will wind down production of futuristic pick-up truck at its gigafactory in Texas”
“Elon Musk appears to signal the end of the road for Cybertruck”
“Musk said it was to make room for production of its Cybercabs - autonomous taxis without a driver.”
Key points from BBC
- Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory next year.
- Decision aims to 'make room' for more self-driving Cybercab vehicles, per Musk.
- Lead engineer Wes Morrill hints at discontinuation via post noting Cybercab continuation.
- Cybertruck launched in 2023 after delays and had disappointing sales.
- Recalls in 2025 affected over 46,000 Cybertrucks and pricing has risen.
“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory as it struggles to win appeal”
“Elon Musk said the production wind-down would enable the automaker to focus on its newly launched Cybercab.”
Key points from New York Post
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-next year.
- Musk said the move would free capacity for the newly launched Cybercab model.
- Cybertruck production could move elsewhere or be phased out entirely, not clarified.
- Cybertruck has struggled with mass-market appeal and regulatory challenges outside the US.
- Cybercab is Musk's autonomous-vehicle focus, aiming to be Tesla's high-volume robotaxi model.
“Is it the end of the Cybertruck? Elon Musk announces factory will shift production”
“Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in a post on X that the automaker will wind down the production of Cybertrucks in its Texas Gigafactory next year.”
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“RIP the Cybertruck: Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down production of its most polarizing EV”
“Cybertruck sales had collapsed, and the science fiction-inspired pickup became a target of vandalism and ridicule.”
Key points from Business Insider
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will end in mid-2027 at the Texas gigafactory.
- Tesla cites freeing up space for the Cybercab robotaxi as the reason for the halt.
- Cybertruck deliveries were limited, with about 16,000 shipped in 2026.
- The vehicle faced vandalism and ridicule, contributing to market challenges.
- Tesla plans to pivot toward robotaxis and humanoid robots, continuing Optimus development.
“Tesla is ‘winding down’ production of the Cybertruck next year”
“Tesla is getting the Cybertruck ready for retirement in an effort to ramp up its robotaxi output.”
Key points from The Verge
- Elon Musk announced on X that Cybertruck production will wind down mid-next year.
- The Texas Austin Gigafactory is the only known Cybertruck assembly site.
- Tesla plans to shift focus to increased Cybercab production for robotaxis.
- Cybertruck deliveries are estimated around 70,000 since 2023, well below prior targets.
- The vehicle has faced design, recalls, and safety controversies since its 2023 launch.
“Cybertruck production ends: Musk faces new setback”
Key points from The Economic Times
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory next year.
- Elon Musk said the move creates room for more Cybercab output for robotaxi goals.
- Cybertruck has faced delays, recalls, and limited mass-market appeal.
- Tesla did not specify if production will stop entirely or relocate.
- Cybertruck deliveries are included in Tesla's 'Other Models' category with mixed results.
“Tesla is 'winding down' Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory”
“Tesla Cybertruck production will wind down in the middle of 2027 to make room for the Cybercab robotaxi.”
Key points from Engadget
- Tesla confirms winding down Cybertruck production at Texas Gigafactory.
- Production shift to Cybercab autonomous robotaxi capacity is planned.
- Wind down expected by middle of 2027 to repurpose space.
- Cybertruck sales have been around 71,000 since late 2023 deliveries.
- Federal scrutiny of Cybercab and autonomy challenges remain unresolved.
“Tesla will stop making the Cybertruck in 2027”
Key points from TechCrunch
- CEO Elon Musk announced on X that Tesla will stop Cybertruck production next year.
- Factory space will be repurposed to build two-seater Cybercab robotaxi designs.
- Cybertruck sales have been reported as 'tens of thousands' over three years.
- Tesla has been expanding Cybercabs in Austin and plans Dallas expansion this month.
- The company has previously discontinued Model S, Model X to focus on Optimus robots.
“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production as Elon Musk focuses on robotics and AI”
“Decision made in order for factory in Texas to be used for Cybercab, the carmaker’s self-driving taxi”
Key points from The Guardian
- Tesla will stop Cybertruck production around the middle of next year at Gigafactory Texas.
- The move shifts capacity to the Cybercab, Tesla's self-driving taxi project.
- Musk emphasizes robotics and AI as the company’s strategic focus over new car models.
- Cybertruck deliveries began in late 2023, with limited market penetration and production challenges.
- The Texas plant will also produce Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot.
“Elon Musk says Tesla is 'winding down' production of its Cybertruck”
“Tesla says it is winding down production of Cybertruck to free up space for Robotaxis — but is this the beginning of the end for its EVs?”
Key points from TechRadar
- Elon Musk says Cybertruck production will wind down around the middle of next year.
- The pause is to make room for increased Cybercab robotaxi production.
- Wes Morrill, project lead, says Cybertruck lives on through Cybercab.
- Cybertruck reservations reportedly exceeded 1 million after launch in 2023.
- Tesla has faced declining deliveries and questions about EV focus and updates.
“Tesla is winding down Cybertruck production to make room for more Cybercabs”
“CEO Elon Musk said the truck sold 70,000 units over three years and is set to wind down with a net project loss of $1.9 billion”
Key points from Quartz
- Musk says Cybertruck production will wind down at Giga Texas around mid-2027.
- The company installed tooling for 125,000 Cybertrucks per year but sold 70,000 in three years.
- R&D spending on Cybertruck reached $2 billion; gross profit $100 million; net loss $1.9 billion.
- Cybercab operations have begun in Austin and will expand to Dallas later this month.
- Tesla plans to prioritize AI and robotics as it shifts away from the Cybertruck.
“Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production in Texas”
“Musk did not elaborate on whether production of Tesla’s first pick-up truck would cease entirely, as the company focuses on its autonomous vehicles.”
“Musk says Tesla will end Cybertruck production next year”
“Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the electric car maker will halt production of its Cybertruck next year and prioritize self-driving taxis.”
Key points from CBS News
- Elon Musk announced on X that production will wind down by mid-2027.
- The Texas gigafactory is the only one currently manufacturing the Cybertruck.
- Tesla aims to shift focus to increased Cybercab production, its self-driving taxi.
- Cybertruck debuted in 2019 and has faced quality issues and recalls.
- It remains unclear if production will continue at other factories.
“Tesla’s Musk pulls plug on Cybertruck for robotaxi push after years of poor sales”
“Tesla would wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027, CEO Elon Musk said on Friday, after years of persistently weak sales for a futuristic model once touted as a rival to legacy pickup trucks that ultimately only sold in just a handful of markets because of its…”
Key points from South China Morning Post
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027.
- Musk says the move will free capacity for the newly launched Cybercab model.
- Cybertruck sales have been weak, with 20,237 units sold in the US last year.
- Cybertruck faced design and regulatory challenges limiting adoption in Europe.
- Cybercab is central to Tesla's ambition to build a global robotaxi network.
“Elon Musk: Tesla to end Texas Cybertruck production to make way for Cybercab”
“Elon Musk announced that Tesla will reduce Cybertruck production around mid-2027 to increase Cybercab output. Sales of the Cybertruck have been significantly below initial forecasts, prompting this decision. The Cybertruck faced multiple recalls and price adjustments since its launch in late 2023.”
Key points from The Times of India
- Elon Musk announced that Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas will wind down around mid-2027.
- The move free up factory space to increase output of the two-seat Cybercab autonomous vehicle.
- Cybertruck sales were weaker than expected, with 2025 US deliveries at 20,237, down 48% from 2024.
- Tesla has issued 11 Cybertruck recalls and repeatedly adjusted prices during its cycle.
- Regulatory scrutiny remains as the US auto safety agency audits Cybercab certification.
“Elon Musk Has Found a Convenient Excuse to Kill the Cybertruck”
“Tesla insists there’s a good reason to pull the plug on its most notorious vehicle.”
Key points from Gizmodo
- Musk announced Cybertruck production will wind down around the middle of next year.
- The move aims to make room for production of the Cybercab, a two-seat autonomous vehicle.
- Cybercab began rides in Austin in September 2025 and is billable for commercial use.
- Electrek and Cox Automotive data suggest Cybertruck sales are far below original targets.
- Tesla did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the plan.
“Tesla winding down Cybertruck production”
“Elon Musk announced on Friday that Tesla will wind down production of its Cybertruck next year after years of poor sales for the electric truck.”
“Tesla is going to stop making Cybertrucks, Musk says”
“In a statement posted on X, Musk said Cybertruck production would wind down around mid-2027 to make room for increased Cybercab production.”
Key points from Global News
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory.
- The shutdown is planned for around mid-2027 to shift to Cybercab production.
- In Q3 2026, Tesla sold 11,586 Cybertrucks, down 28% year over year.
- Musk previously predicted 250,000 annual Cybertruck sales when production started in 2023.
- Cybertrucks have faced recalls and customer complaints, with 11 recalls cited by NHTSA.
“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production in mid-2027 to build Cybercabs”
“Tesla will stop making most Cybertrucks at its Texas factory around the middle of next year, chief executive Elon Musk said on Friday. The space will instead be used to build more Cybercabs, the company’s two-seat robotaxis.”
“Elon Musk's Tesla to 'wind down' Cybertruck production next year”
“Musk said the decision was taken in order to make room for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The move comes after years of weaker-than-expected sales for the futuristic electric pickup.”
Key points from Euronews
- Tesla will begin winding down Cybertruck production around mid-2027.
- CEO Elon Musk announced the shift in focus toward autonomous vehicles on X.
- The move follows years of production delays and sales under expectations.
- Cybertruck production location or discontinuation and outstanding orders were not clarified.
- Tesla plans to repurpose factory space for the Cybercab, its driverless two-seater.
“Tesla to 'wind down' production of flop Cybertruck”
“Elon Musk’s electric pickup for the future will start to be consigned to the past next year. The Cybertruck’s bulk and crude shape meant it could only pass regulatory standards in more permissive markets.”
Key points from DW
- Tesla plans to scale back Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas.
- The shift aims to expand output of Cybercab autonomous taxis.
- Musk announced the wind-down on his X social platform.
- Cybertruck faced criticism and mixed sales in the US market.
- Cybercab is targeted as Tesla's main autonomous mobility project.
“Tesla Is Ending Production of Its Cybertruck and Refocusing on the Cybercab”
“Production of the electric trucks will stop in the middle of 2027 to make room for increased production of its autonomous ride-share vehicle, Elon Musk said.”
“Tesla To 'Wind Down' Cybertruck Production Next Year: Musk”
“Tesla will stop building the truck at its Texas factory around the middle of 2027 to free up space for its Cybercab robotaxi, Musk said.”
“Elon Musk's Tesla to Wind Down Cybertruck Production by Mid-2027”
“Elon Musk’s Tesla plans to stop building the Cybertruck at its Austin, Texas, factory around mid-2027, Musk said in a post on X on Friday.”
Key points from Breitbart
- Tesla plans to halt Cybertruck production at the Austin, Texas factory by mid-2027.
- Production capacity will be redirected to Cybercab, Tesla's autonomous vehicle project.
- It is unclear if Cybertruck manufacturing will relocate or end entirely.
- Cybertruck is currently the only model built at the Austin plant with its specialized components.
- Delivery figures for Cybertruck are included within Tesla's 'Other Models' category, with declines noted.
“Tesla’s Cybertruck heads for an exit after years of hype and division”
“Tesla’s Cybertruck, the hulking, stainless-steel pickup that inspired devotion and derision with its science-fiction looks, will cease production next year”
“Tesla will phase out Cybertruck production next year, Musk says”
“Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said that the company will be winding down production of the Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year.”
Key points from Los Angeles Times
- Musk said Cybertruck production will be winding down around mid-2027 at the Texas factory.
- Tesla may shift focus to Cybercab production for its robotaxi plans.
- Discontinuing Cybertruck would further slim Tesla's lineup after Model S and X cuts.
- Cybertruck sales were far below Musk's 250,000 annual target, with 2025 sales just over 20,000.
- Cybertruck recalls exceeded eight instances, including a 2025 recall for wheel-related issues.
“Cybertruck sales fell 48% between 2024 and 2025, according to an estimate by Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book.”
Key points from Fortune
- Elon Musk announced phasing out Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around mid-next year.
- The move shifts Tesla's focus to increased Cybercab production as an alternative.
- Cybertruck faced delays, recalls, and rising prices since its 2019 reveal.
- Sales dropped from 38,965 in 2024 to 20,237 in 2025 in the U.S., per Kelley Blue Book.
- Tesla scales autonomous Cybercab / robotaxi prospects despite regulatory scrutiny.
“Elon Musk pulls the plug on Cybertruck with all production to end next year”
“The tech mogul’s pet project, which he insisted was Tesla’s best product, meets an unceremonious end as the electric vehicle maker shifts its focus to building robotaxis.”
Key points from The Sydney Morning Herald
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will wind down around mid-2027.
- Production will cease at Tesla's facility outside Austin, Texas.
- The move reallocates focus to the Cybercab robotaxi project.
- Cybertruck debuted in 2019 with a high-profile demonstration that failed.
- Tesla sales of the Cybertruck have declined, with 2023 and 2024 figures down.
Coverage
Oldest first · UTCSourceReutersUnited KingdomOwner: Thomson ReutersLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Reuters“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory, Musk says”
SourceChannel News AsiaSingaporeLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Channel News Asia“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory as it struggles to win appeal”
Key points from Channel News Asia
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around mid-2025.
- Musk said the move aims to free capacity for Cybercab production, central to robotaxi goals.
- Cybertruck technology lives on through Cybercab, according to Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill.
- Cybertruck has struggled with mass-market appeal, regulatory hurdles, recalls, and pricing changes.
- Tesla does not release individual Cybertruck sales; deliveries were 8,295 in Q3 under 'Other Models'.
SourceBusinessLineIndiaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at BusinessLine“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory by mid-2027”
“The proposed production shift comes as the electric vehicle maker places its driverless robotaxi ambitions at the centre of its strategy”
Key points from BusinessLine
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory by mid-2027.
- CEO Elon Musk announced the move in a Friday post on X.
- It is unclear whether Cybertruck production will move to another facility or end.
- Cybertruck has faced recalls, quality-control issues, and price revisions.
- Musk has prioritized the Cybercab as Tesla's robotaxi main driverless vehicle.
SourceThe NationalUnited Arab EmiratesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The National“Elon Musk says Tesla will stop making Cybertrucks in 2027”
“Tesla chief executive Elon Musk has said the company will cease production of its Cybertruck next year after the much-hyped autonomous electric vehicle did not meet lofty expectations. Tesla will instead focus on boosting output of its Cybercab robotaxi, Mr Musk said in a post on his X platform.”
Key points from The National
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will cease around mid-2027 at Gigafactory Texas.
- Tesla will pivot to increasing output of the Cybercab robotaxi.
- Cybertruck launched in 2019 with high expectations but struggled to gain momentum.
- Prices rose from $39,900 to as high as $100,000, contributing to sales shortfalls.
- Tesla also recently unveiled a new generation Roadster, set for 2028 production.
SourceFinancial TimesUnited KingdomOwner: Nikkei Inc.LeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Financial Times“Tesla to axe Cybertruck as Musk shifts focus to robotics and AI”
“Carmaker will wind down production of futuristic pick-up truck at its gigafactory in Texas”
SourceBBCUnited KingdomOwner: British Broadcasting CorporationLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at BBC“Elon Musk appears to signal the end of the road for Cybertruck”
“Musk said it was to make room for production of its Cybercabs - autonomous taxis without a driver.”
Key points from BBC
- Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory next year.
- Decision aims to 'make room' for more self-driving Cybercab vehicles, per Musk.
- Lead engineer Wes Morrill hints at discontinuation via post noting Cybercab continuation.
- Cybertruck launched in 2023 after delays and had disappointing sales.
- Recalls in 2025 affected over 46,000 Cybertrucks and pricing has risen.
SourceNew York PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-rightCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at New York Post“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory as it struggles to win appeal”
“Elon Musk said the production wind-down would enable the automaker to focus on its newly launched Cybercab.”
Key points from New York Post
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-next year.
- Musk said the move would free capacity for the newly launched Cybercab model.
- Cybertruck production could move elsewhere or be phased out entirely, not clarified.
- Cybertruck has struggled with mass-market appeal and regulatory challenges outside the US.
- Cybercab is Musk's autonomous-vehicle focus, aiming to be Tesla's high-volume robotaxi model.
SourceMarketWatchUnited StatesOwner: Dow Jones & CompanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at MarketWatch“Is it the end of the Cybertruck? Elon Musk announces factory will shift production”
“Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in a post on X that the automaker will wind down the production of Cybertrucks in its Texas Gigafactory next year.”
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SourceBusiness InsiderUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Business Insider“RIP the Cybertruck: Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down production of its most polarizing EV”
“Cybertruck sales had collapsed, and the science fiction-inspired pickup became a target of vandalism and ridicule.”
Key points from Business Insider
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will end in mid-2027 at the Texas gigafactory.
- Tesla cites freeing up space for the Cybercab robotaxi as the reason for the halt.
- Cybertruck deliveries were limited, with about 16,000 shipped in 2026.
- The vehicle faced vandalism and ridicule, contributing to market challenges.
- Tesla plans to pivot toward robotaxis and humanoid robots, continuing Optimus development.
SourceThe VergeUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Verge“Tesla is ‘winding down’ production of the Cybertruck next year”
“Tesla is getting the Cybertruck ready for retirement in an effort to ramp up its robotaxi output.”
Key points from The Verge
- Elon Musk announced on X that Cybertruck production will wind down mid-next year.
- The Texas Austin Gigafactory is the only known Cybertruck assembly site.
- Tesla plans to shift focus to increased Cybercab production for robotaxis.
- Cybertruck deliveries are estimated around 70,000 since 2023, well below prior targets.
- The vehicle has faced design, recalls, and safety controversies since its 2023 launch.
SourceThe Economic TimesIndiaOwner: The Times GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Economic Times“Cybertruck production ends: Musk faces new setback”
Key points from The Economic Times
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory next year.
- Elon Musk said the move creates room for more Cybercab output for robotaxi goals.
- Cybertruck has faced delays, recalls, and limited mass-market appeal.
- Tesla did not specify if production will stop entirely or relocate.
- Cybertruck deliveries are included in Tesla's 'Other Models' category with mixed results.
SourceEngadgetUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Engadget“Tesla is 'winding down' Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory”
“Tesla Cybertruck production will wind down in the middle of 2027 to make room for the Cybercab robotaxi.”
Key points from Engadget
- Tesla confirms winding down Cybertruck production at Texas Gigafactory.
- Production shift to Cybercab autonomous robotaxi capacity is planned.
- Wind down expected by middle of 2027 to repurpose space.
- Cybertruck sales have been around 71,000 since late 2023 deliveries.
- Federal scrutiny of Cybercab and autonomy challenges remain unresolved.
SourceTechCrunchUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at TechCrunch“Tesla will stop making the Cybertruck in 2027”
Key points from TechCrunch
- CEO Elon Musk announced on X that Tesla will stop Cybertruck production next year.
- Factory space will be repurposed to build two-seater Cybercab robotaxi designs.
- Cybertruck sales have been reported as 'tens of thousands' over three years.
- Tesla has been expanding Cybercabs in Austin and plans Dallas expansion this month.
- The company has previously discontinued Model S, Model X to focus on Optimus robots.
SourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomOwner: Guardian Media GroupLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Guardian“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production as Elon Musk focuses on robotics and AI”
“Decision made in order for factory in Texas to be used for Cybercab, the carmaker’s self-driving taxi”
Key points from The Guardian
- Tesla will stop Cybertruck production around the middle of next year at Gigafactory Texas.
- The move shifts capacity to the Cybercab, Tesla's self-driving taxi project.
- Musk emphasizes robotics and AI as the company’s strategic focus over new car models.
- Cybertruck deliveries began in late 2023, with limited market penetration and production challenges.
- The Texas plant will also produce Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot.
SourceTechRadarUnited KingdomOwner: Future plcLeanUnratedCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at TechRadar“Elon Musk says Tesla is 'winding down' production of its Cybertruck”
“Tesla says it is winding down production of Cybertruck to free up space for Robotaxis — but is this the beginning of the end for its EVs?”
Key points from TechRadar
- Elon Musk says Cybertruck production will wind down around the middle of next year.
- The pause is to make room for increased Cybercab robotaxi production.
- Wes Morrill, project lead, says Cybertruck lives on through Cybercab.
- Cybertruck reservations reportedly exceeded 1 million after launch in 2023.
- Tesla has faced declining deliveries and questions about EV focus and updates.
SourceQuartzUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Quartz“Tesla is winding down Cybertruck production to make room for more Cybercabs”
“CEO Elon Musk said the truck sold 70,000 units over three years and is set to wind down with a net project loss of $1.9 billion”
Key points from Quartz
- Musk says Cybertruck production will wind down at Giga Texas around mid-2027.
- The company installed tooling for 125,000 Cybertrucks per year but sold 70,000 in three years.
- R&D spending on Cybertruck reached $2 billion; gross profit $100 million; net loss $1.9 billion.
- Cybercab operations have begun in Austin and will expand to Dallas later this month.
- Tesla plans to prioritize AI and robotics as it shifts away from the Cybertruck.
SourceThe Washington PostUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Washington Post“Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production in Texas”
“Musk did not elaborate on whether production of Tesla’s first pick-up truck would cease entirely, as the company focuses on its autonomous vehicles.”
SourceCBS NewsUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at CBS News“Musk says Tesla will end Cybertruck production next year”
“Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the electric car maker will halt production of its Cybertruck next year and prioritize self-driving taxis.”
Key points from CBS News
- Elon Musk announced on X that production will wind down by mid-2027.
- The Texas gigafactory is the only one currently manufacturing the Cybertruck.
- Tesla aims to shift focus to increased Cybercab production, its self-driving taxi.
- Cybertruck debuted in 2019 and has faced quality issues and recalls.
- It remains unclear if production will continue at other factories.
SourceSouth China Morning PostHong KongOwner: Alibaba GroupLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at South China Morning Post“Tesla’s Musk pulls plug on Cybertruck for robotaxi push after years of poor sales”
“Tesla would wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027, CEO Elon Musk said on Friday, after years of persistently weak sales for a futuristic model once touted as a rival to legacy pickup trucks that ultimately only sold in just a handful of markets because of its…”
Key points from South China Morning Post
- Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027.
- Musk says the move will free capacity for the newly launched Cybercab model.
- Cybertruck sales have been weak, with 20,237 units sold in the US last year.
- Cybertruck faced design and regulatory challenges limiting adoption in Europe.
- Cybercab is central to Tesla's ambition to build a global robotaxi network.
SourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Times of India“Elon Musk: Tesla to end Texas Cybertruck production to make way for Cybercab”
“Elon Musk announced that Tesla will reduce Cybertruck production around mid-2027 to increase Cybercab output. Sales of the Cybertruck have been significantly below initial forecasts, prompting this decision. The Cybertruck faced multiple recalls and price adjustments since its launch in late 2023.”
Key points from The Times of India
- Elon Musk announced that Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas will wind down around mid-2027.
- The move free up factory space to increase output of the two-seat Cybercab autonomous vehicle.
- Cybertruck sales were weaker than expected, with 2025 US deliveries at 20,237, down 48% from 2024.
- Tesla has issued 11 Cybertruck recalls and repeatedly adjusted prices during its cycle.
- Regulatory scrutiny remains as the US auto safety agency audits Cybercab certification.
SourceCNNUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at CNN“Tesla set to wind down production of Cybertruck”
SourceGizmodoUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Gizmodo“Elon Musk Has Found a Convenient Excuse to Kill the Cybertruck”
“Tesla insists there’s a good reason to pull the plug on its most notorious vehicle.”
Key points from Gizmodo
- Musk announced Cybertruck production will wind down around the middle of next year.
- The move aims to make room for production of the Cybercab, a two-seat autonomous vehicle.
- Cybercab began rides in Austin in September 2025 and is billable for commercial use.
- Electrek and Cox Automotive data suggest Cybertruck sales are far below original targets.
- Tesla did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the plan.
SourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at AP News“Production of Tesla's Cybertruck will wind down soon with allure escaping most potential buyers”
SourceThe HillUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The Hill“Tesla winding down Cybertruck production”
“Elon Musk announced on Friday that Tesla will wind down production of its Cybertruck next year after years of poor sales for the electric truck.”
SourceGlobal NewsCanadaOwner: Global Television NetworkLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Global News“Tesla is going to stop making Cybertrucks, Musk says”
“In a statement posted on X, Musk said Cybertruck production would wind down around mid-2027 to make room for increased Cybercab production.”
Key points from Global News
- Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory.
- The shutdown is planned for around mid-2027 to shift to Cybercab production.
- In Q3 2026, Tesla sold 11,586 Cybertrucks, down 28% year over year.
- Musk previously predicted 250,000 annual Cybertruck sales when production started in 2023.
- Cybertrucks have faced recalls and customer complaints, with 11 recalls cited by NHTSA.
SourceThe Next WebNetherlandsLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The Next Web“Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production in mid-2027 to build Cybercabs”
“Tesla will stop making most Cybertrucks at its Texas factory around the middle of next year, chief executive Elon Musk said on Friday. The space will instead be used to build more Cybercabs, the company’s two-seat robotaxis.”
SourceEuronewsFranceLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Euronews“Elon Musk's Tesla to 'wind down' Cybertruck production next year”
“Musk said the decision was taken in order to make room for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The move comes after years of weaker-than-expected sales for the futuristic electric pickup.”
Key points from Euronews
- Tesla will begin winding down Cybertruck production around mid-2027.
- CEO Elon Musk announced the shift in focus toward autonomous vehicles on X.
- The move follows years of production delays and sales under expectations.
- Cybertruck production location or discontinuation and outstanding orders were not clarified.
- Tesla plans to repurpose factory space for the Cybercab, its driverless two-seater.
SourceDWGermanyLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at DW“Tesla to 'wind down' production of flop Cybertruck”
“Elon Musk’s electric pickup for the future will start to be consigned to the past next year. The Cybertruck’s bulk and crude shape meant it could only pass regulatory standards in more permissive markets.”
Key points from DW
- Tesla plans to scale back Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas.
- The shift aims to expand output of Cybercab autonomous taxis.
- Musk announced the wind-down on his X social platform.
- Cybertruck faced criticism and mixed sales in the US market.
- Cybercab is targeted as Tesla's main autonomous mobility project.
SourceThe New York TimesUnited StatesOwner: The New York Times CompanyLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The New York Times“Tesla Is Ending Production of Its Cybertruck and Refocusing on the Cybercab”
“Production of the electric trucks will stop in the middle of 2027 to make room for increased production of its autonomous ride-share vehicle, Elon Musk said.”
SourceNDTVIndiaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at NDTV“Tesla To 'Wind Down' Cybertruck Production Next Year: Musk”
“Tesla will stop building the truck at its Texas factory around the middle of 2027 to free up space for its Cybercab robotaxi, Musk said.”
SourceBreitbartUnited StatesLeanRightCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Breitbart“Elon Musk's Tesla to Wind Down Cybertruck Production by Mid-2027”
“Elon Musk’s Tesla plans to stop building the Cybertruck at its Austin, Texas, factory around mid-2027, Musk said in a post on X on Friday.”
Key points from Breitbart
- Tesla plans to halt Cybertruck production at the Austin, Texas factory by mid-2027.
- Production capacity will be redirected to Cybercab, Tesla's autonomous vehicle project.
- It is unclear if Cybertruck manufacturing will relocate or end entirely.
- Cybertruck is currently the only model built at the Austin plant with its specialized components.
- Delivery figures for Cybertruck are included within Tesla's 'Other Models' category, with declines noted.
SourceThe IndependentUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Independent“Tesla’s Cybertruck heads for an exit after years of hype and division”
“Tesla’s Cybertruck, the hulking, stainless-steel pickup that inspired devotion and derision with its science-fiction looks, will cease production next year”
SourceLos Angeles TimesUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Los Angeles Times“Tesla will phase out Cybertruck production next year, Musk says”
“Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said that the company will be winding down production of the Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year.”
Key points from Los Angeles Times
- Musk said Cybertruck production will be winding down around mid-2027 at the Texas factory.
- Tesla may shift focus to Cybercab production for its robotaxi plans.
- Discontinuing Cybertruck would further slim Tesla's lineup after Model S and X cuts.
- Cybertruck sales were far below Musk's 250,000 annual target, with 2025 sales just over 20,000.
- Cybertruck recalls exceeded eight instances, including a 2025 recall for wheel-related issues.
SourceFortuneUnited StatesLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at Fortune“Elon Musk once said the Cybertruck would be Tesla’s ‘best product ever.’ Now he’s winding down production”
“Cybertruck sales fell 48% between 2024 and 2025, according to an estimate by Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book.”
Key points from Fortune
- Elon Musk announced phasing out Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around mid-next year.
- The move shifts Tesla's focus to increased Cybercab production as an alternative.
- Cybertruck faced delays, recalls, and rising prices since its 2019 reveal.
- Sales dropped from 38,965 in 2024 to 20,237 in 2025 in the U.S., per Kelley Blue Book.
- Tesla scales autonomous Cybercab / robotaxi prospects despite regulatory scrutiny.
SourceThe Sydney Morning HeraldAustraliaLeanUnratedCredibilityUnratedRead at The Sydney Morning Herald“Elon Musk pulls the plug on Cybertruck with all production to end next year”
“The tech mogul’s pet project, which he insisted was Tesla’s best product, meets an unceremonious end as the electric vehicle maker shifts its focus to building robotaxis.”
Key points from The Sydney Morning Herald
- Elon Musk announced Cybertruck production will wind down around mid-2027.
- Production will cease at Tesla's facility outside Austin, Texas.
- The move reallocates focus to the Cybercab robotaxi project.
- Cybertruck debuted in 2019 with a high-profile demonstration that failed.
- Tesla sales of the Cybertruck have declined, with 2023 and 2024 figures down.
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