Tesla plans to stop producing the Cybertruck in 2027, according to CEO Elon Musk, who announced on X that the company intends to repurpose the factory space to manufacture more two-seat Cybercab robotaxis.
The decision marks a major setback for the futuristic electric pickup, which has struggled to meet Tesla’s original sales ambitions. When the first Cybertrucks were delivered in late 2023, Musk predicted annual sales of approximately 250,000 units. However, the company has sold only tens of thousands in total over the vehicle’s first three years.
The move reflects Tesla’s growing focus on artificial intelligence, robotics, and autonomous transportation. The company has been testing Cybercab robotaxis on public roads in Austin, Texas, and has announced plans to expand operations to other cities, beginning with Dallas.
Tesla also operates robotaxi versions of its Model Y SUVs in several US cities, including Austin, Houston, Dallas, and locations in Florida.
The Cybertruck decision follows two other major product changes. Earlier in 2026, Tesla decided to discontinue the Model S sedan and Model X SUV, planning to use the factories previously dedicated to those vehicles to manufacture Optimus humanoid robots.
First unveiled in 2019, the Cybertruck was one of Musk’s most ambitious vehicle projects. Inspired by the futuristic aesthetic of science-fiction films such as Blade Runner, it was designed to stand apart from traditional pickup trucks.
However, the vehicle struggled to meet expectations from the beginning. At its 2019 unveiling, Tesla advertised a starting price below $40,000 and a maximum driving range of up to 500 miles. Neither target was achieved.
Production was delayed, partly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the truck eventually reached customers in late 2023. By then, its starting price had risen to approximately $60,000, while its maximum range had fallen by more than 100 miles compared with the original promise.
Its unconventional design, higher-than-expected price, and political controversies surrounding Musk further complicated its market performance. The Cybertruck’s future now appears increasingly disconnected from Tesla’s original vision for the vehicle, as the company redirects resources toward autonomous vehicles and humanoid robotics.
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