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Tesla is ‘winding down’ production of the Cybertruck next year
The Verge • • general
Key Points:
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that Cybertruck production at the Texas Gigafactory will wind down around mid-2025 to increase production of the Cybercab robotaxi.
- The Texas plant is the sole facility assembling the Cybertruck, and relocating production would be challenging due to the vehicle’s specialized components.
- Cybertruck sales have underperformed expectations, with estimated deliveries around 70,000 since 2023, far below Musk’s initial forecast of 250,000 annual sales.
- The Cybertruck has faced criticism for its unconventional design, limited road legality, multiple recalls, and involvement in fatal accidents, contributing to its troubled reputation.
- Despite the potential end of the Cybertruck in 2027, Tesla plans to introduce a new vehicle to succeed it in spirit, continuing its innovation in electric vehicles.
