The Tesla Cybertruck appears to be approaching the end of its production life. Elon Musk announced via X on Friday that the electric vehicle manufacturer plans to cease production of its distinctive stainless-steel pickup truck at its Texas facility by mid-2027. Musk, who serves as CEO of both Tesla and SpaceX, stated that the decision is intended to “make room for increased Cybercab production,” a reference to Tesla’s forthcoming autonomous taxi vehicle.
Tesla originally introduced the Cybertruck to the public in 2019, drawing widespread attention for its unconventional angular design and distinctly futuristic aesthetic. The company marketed the vehicle as a formidable machine capable of towing up to 14,000 pounds and withstanding impacts from sledgehammers and even firearms. Despite these bold claims, the truck has been plagued by quality control issues and has been subject to multiple recalls throughout its production run.
Whether Cybertruck manufacturing will continue at any of Tesla’s other facilities remains uncertain, though such a scenario appears unlikely. According to Forbes, Tesla’s gigafactory in Texas is currently the sole facility responsible for producing the pickup truck.
Sales figures from Kelley Blue Book indicate that Tesla sold just 20,237 Cybertrucks in 2025, a notable decline from the 38,965 units sold the prior year. When commercial production commenced in 2023, Musk had ambitiously projected annual sales of 250,000 units. The vehicle carried an initial starting price of $60,990.
The Cybertruck also emerged as a point of contention amid the broader debate surrounding Musk’s involvement in the Trump administration as head of the Department of Government Efficiency. As an expression of protest, certain individuals resorted to vandalizing Cybertrucks at Tesla dealership locations.
