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Archived story · published November 6, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Tech · November 6, 2026

Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production at Texas factory, Musk says

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced on X that the company will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas Gigafactory around the middle of 2027. The manufacturing capacity will be redirected to the Cybercab, a two-seater robotaxi that Musk has positioned as central to Tesla's future focus on AI and robotics. The Austin plant is currently the only facility equipped to produce the Cybertruck's specialized stainless-steel components, leading to speculation about the vehicle's future availability. This shift follows a period marked by several quality recalls and sales that failed to meet original internal expectations, while shares of Tesla rose nearly 5% following the announcement.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Elon Musk announced the wind-down of Cybertruck production via a post on X
  • Production at the Texas Gigafactory is scheduled to scale back around the middle of 2027
  • The move is intended to prioritize manufacturing space for the Cybercab robotaxi
  • The Texas Gigafactory is the only known facility currently equipped to manufacture the Cybertruck's specialized components

Reported by only some outlets

  • Tesla shares rose nearly 5% following the announcement
  • Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks in 2025, down from 38,965 the previous year according to Kelley Blue Book
  • Elon Musk originally predicted annual sales of 250,000 to 500,000 units
  • Cybertruck lead engineer Wes Morrill stated the vehicle 'lives on through Cybercab'
  • The cheapest version of the Cybertruck was priced at $59,900, despite an initial promise of $39,900
  • Elon Musk reportedly contributed between $446 million and $500 million to Republican candidates in the recent US midterm elections
  • Tesla and SpaceX shares both fell more than 12% in the two days following the midterm elections

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