Tesla Announces It Will Discontinue the Cybertruck
Production at Giga Texas is planned to wind down by mid-2027 to make room for increased Cybercab output.
Tesla plans to discontinue production of the Cybertruck at Giga Texas around mid-2027, according to an announcement by CEO Elon Musk. The move is intended to free up manufacturing capacity for the company’s upcoming autonomous vehicle, the Cybercab.
What Happened
Musk stated on social media that Tesla will begin winding down Cybertruck production to accommodate increased Cybercab manufacturing. This marks the second time this year Tesla has announced the end of a vehicle line, following the discontinuation of the Model S and Model X, both of which also had their factory space reallocated to autonomy-related production. Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill confirmed that Tesla will maintain spare parts and continue service support for current and future owners.
Why It Matters
The decision reflects the Cybertruck’s struggle to gain significant market share compared to Tesla’s core volume models. In the second quarter, Tesla delivered 12,364 units in its “Other Models” category, which includes the Cybertruck, Semi, and final Model S and X deliveries, versus more than 467,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The Cybertruck’s price volatility also signaled shifting priorities; the vehicle launched in February at $59,990 before rising to $69,990 within ten days, and later increasing to $74,990 in August. This pattern mirrors the price increases seen with the Model S and X prior to their discontinuation.
The Bottom Line
The Cybertruck will have been on sale for approximately three and a half years when production ends, a relatively short lifespan for a flagship vehicle. While sales figures were low, Morrill noted that key technologies from the truck, including its 48V low-voltage architecture, steer-by-wire system, and Etherloop wiring, will carry over into the Cybercab and potentially future models.
