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Tesla Cybertrucks have dominated headlines even before they hit the road. But now it appears their time in the automotive world spotlight might be coming to an end. The company’s CEO Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory to make room for the Cybercab, the company’s self-driving taxi.

Learn why the company is changing direction and what the news means for the Cybertruck.

Why Tesla Is Ending Cybertruck Production and What It Means for Owners

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In a Nov. 6 post on X, Musk wrote, “Tesla will be winding down production of the Cybertruck at Gigafactory Texas around the middle of next year to make room for increased Cybercab production.”

Tesla began delivering Cybertrucks in late 2023, but sales haven’t lived up to expectations. According to Kelley Blue Book estimates published by Cox Automotive, U.S. sales fell by nearly half in 2025. The truck has also faced criticism for its price, design, and quality issues, as well as several safety recalls.

Current owners can continue driving their Cybertrucks, and existing warranty terms still apply. Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill also addressed concerns about future repairs. “Tesla will maintain spare parts and service will continue support,” he wrote on X on November 6. He didn’t specify how long that support would last.

For anyone still waiting on a Cybertruck, the news is less encouraging. In a Nov. 9 post on X, Musk wrote, “We will try to make as many as possible before shutting down the line in about 8 months, but will have to return deposits for a lot of people.”

Tesla hasn’t said which customers will receive their trucks or how it plans to handle the remaining orders.

What Is the Tesla Cybercab?

The Cybercab is Tesla’s two-seat electric car designed to drive itself. It doesn’t have a steering wheel or pedals because it won’t need a human driver. Tesla has already started offering Cybercab rides in parts of Austin. The company plans to expand the service, although the vehicles aren’t widely available yet.

Musk denies that Tesla is ending production because the Cybertruck isn’t profitable. He says the company can put its Texas factory to better use by making Cybercabs.

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