Tesla to Wind Down Cybertruck Production at Texas Factory by Mid-2027

Tesla plans to wind down production of its Cybertruck pickup at its Texas factory around the middle of 2027 to make room for increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi, Chief Executive Elon Musk announced, Mary Cunningham reported for CBS News.

Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory by mid-2027 as it shifts manufacturing capacity toward its Cybercab robotaxi.

Musk said the move would allow the electric vehicle maker to expand production of the Cybercab, Tesla’s autonomous taxi.

He did not specify whether Cybertruck production would be transferred to another facility or discontinued entirely.

Wall Street analyst Dan Ives, senior managing director of Yorkville Ives & Co., told CBS News that “the writing was on the wall” for the Cybertruck, citing its high price and weaker-than-expected demand.

Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck in 2019, attracting attention for its angular stainless-steel design and futuristic appearance.

The company promoted it as a durable pickup capable of towing up to 14,000 pounds and withstanding significant impacts.

However, the vehicle has faced quality-control problems and multiple recalls involving components such as its rearview camera and accelerator pedal.

Sales have also fallen short of Musk’s earlier ambitions.

According to Kelley Blue Book figures cited by CBS News, Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks in the United States in 2025, down from 38,965 in 2024. Musk had previously projected annual sales of 250,000 units.

It remains unclear whether Tesla will continue manufacturing the Cybertruck at another facility. Its Texas factory is currently the only known production site for the pickup.