Elon Musk has indicated that Tesla will cease production of its Cybertruck vehicles at its Texas factory next year. While he did not clarify whether manufacturing will stop altogether or move to another location, he mentioned that the decision aims to “make room” for increased production of the self-driving Cybercab cars.
The lead engineer of the project, Wes Morrill, hinted at the possibility of discontinuation by stating on X: “Cybertruck was an incredible technology development platform and lives on through Cybercab.” The Cybertruck, known for its unique angular design, garnered a dedicated fanbase but faced numerous delays before its 2023 launch, accompanied by disappointing sales figures.
Fan Reactions and Market Performance
Many Tesla enthusiasts took to social media to express their disappointment, with one user calling it “the best vehicle Tesla has ever made” and lamenting its potential discontinuation. Musk acknowledged this sentiment with a simple “true,” adding that the Cybertruck fleet will remain in existence for a considerable time.
Following Musk’s announcement, Tesla’s stock experienced a 4.7% increase. The Cybertruck has always been a passion project for Musk, who praised it as “way more awesome than people realize” and the “best product Tesla has ever made” earlier in the year. However, doubts have persisted regarding its market viability and whether it could establish a foothold in the competitive U.S. truck market.
The Cybertruck’s public debut in 2019 was marred by an infamous incident where the supposedly unbreakable glass shattered during a demonstration. Despite this setback, Musk claimed that there were 146,000 pre-orders for the vehicle while it was still in development. The Cybertruck officially launched in 2023, maintaining its distinctive stainless steel body and angular design.
Sales Figures and Criticism
In 2025, Tesla reported sales of just 20,237 Cybertrucks, a significant drop from 38,965 units sold the previous year, according to Kelley Blue Book. Musk had originally predicted annual sales of 250,000 once commercial production commenced.
While fans have celebrated its retro-futuristic aesthetic, critics have not held back, describing it as “ugly as sin.” Additional challenges arose with recalls, including one in 2025 involving over 46,000 units due to concerns about trim parts potentially detaching. Pricing also became an issue, with Musk stating the need to sell it at an affordable price, which ended up being $61,000 for the fully equipped model. The upcoming “Cyberbeast” model is expected to retail for $102,000 in 2026.
