Tesla will cease production of its Cybertruck at the Gigafactory Texas facility around the middle of 2027, making room for larger output of its Cybercab robotaxi, CEO Elon Musk confirmed on X on 6 November.
What did the announcement entail?
Musk wrote that the winding‑down will occur “around the middle of next year” and is intended to accommodate increased Cybercab manufacturing. He gave no indication whether the Cybertruck will be shifted to another plant or cancelled altogether, nor did he explain how pending customer orders will be handled.
Key details from the statement
- Announcement date: 6 November 2024.
- Production pause target: mid‑2027.
- Location: Gigafactory Texas, United States.
- Reason: to expand Cybercab output.
- No clarification on relocation or order fulfillment.
What did the lead engineer say?
Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill posted that the pickup “was an incredible technology development platform and lives on through Cybercab,” adding gratitude to the team for “making the future look like the future.”
How have fans reacted?
Several Tesla supporters expressed disappointment on X. In response, Musk reassured owners that the existing fleet of Cybertrucks “will be around for a long time,” aiming to allay concerns about vehicle availability.
Background on the Cybertruck
Cybertruck was unveiled in November 2019 and reportedly attracted 250,000 pre‑orders within days. Original production was slated for 2021 but faced multiple delays, with first customer deliveries finally commencing in late 2023.
Production capacity versus sales
The Texas plant was built for an annual capacity of 250,000 trucks, yet sales have consistently fallen short of that target. As domestic demand softened, Tesla expanded overseas deliveries, entering South Korea in November 2025 and the United Arab Emirates in January 2026.
Financial reporting and quality concerns
Tesla does not break out Cybertruck revenue; the model is grouped under the “other models” category, representing a modest share of total sales. The pickup has also been subject to several recalls and complaints regarding build quality.
What is the Cybercab?
The Cybercab, a two‑seat, steering‑wheel‑less vehicle, was unveiled in October 2024, entered production in April 2025, and began offering paid rides in Austin through the existing Robotaxi service in September 2025. It is central to Musk’s vision of positioning Tesla as an artificial‑intelligence and robotics‑focused enterprise, though its success hinges on the company achieving fully driverless operation at scale.
Strategic implications
Shifting factory space to the Cybercab underscores Tesla’s pivot toward autonomous mobility solutions. The move signals a long‑term bet that robotaxi services will become a primary revenue driver, even as the Cybertruck remains a symbolic product tied to Musk’s public persona.