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title: "Tesla to Scale Back Cybertruck Production at Texas Factory"
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published: 2026-11-06T21:49:50.000Z
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# Tesla to Scale Back Cybertruck Production at Texas Factory

Tesla is scaling back production of its Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year as part of a broader strategy to prioritize self-driving vehicles.

Tesla has announced plans to scale back production of its futuristic Cybertruck at its Texas factory next year, according to Elon Musk. The decision is part of a broader strategy to make room for building more self-driving vehicles, including the Cybercab.

Musk's statement did not clarify whether this marks the end of the road for the Cybertruck or if production will be shifted elsewhere. However, it appears that plans are in place to prioritize other models at the Texas factory.

Wes Morrill, lead engineer on the project, shared his thoughts on social media platform X, suggesting that the Cybertruck's technology will live on through its successor, the Cybercab. This implies that the Cybertruck may indeed be discontinued.

The news has been met with disappointment from fans of the vehicle, who have praised its unique design and capabilities. Despite this, Musk reassured them that a significant fleet of Cybertrucks will remain on the road for years to come.

The Cybertruck's production has been marked by significant challenges, which have seemingly had an impact on its sales performance. Despite initial enthusiasm for the vehicle's unique design and capabilities, consumer interest appears to be waning. Musk's own statements about the vehicle's potential have not always aligned with market reality.

Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck in 2019, and it generated a lot of buzz due to its unusual design and promises of exceptional durability. However, things took an awkward turn during the unveiling event when the supposedly "unbreakable glass on one of the vehicles shattered live on stage. This incident raised questions about the vehicle's practicality.

Despite these concerns, Tesla managed to attract a significant number of pre-orders for the Cybertruck in 2019, with Musk stating that they had received over 146,000 orders at the time. However, it seems that many of these potential customers lost interest as the launch date approached and the production timeline dragged on.

The sales figures for the Cybertruck have not been impressive, with Tesla selling just 20,237 units in 2025, down from 38,965 a year earlier. This decline suggests that consumers are losing interest in the vehicle, which is likely due to a combination of factors including its high price point and limited capabilities compared to more established truck models.

The Cybertruck, once hailed as a revolutionary vehicle, has been struggling to gain traction in the market. Despite initial excitement from Tesla fans who praised its unique retro-futuristic design, critics have consistently panned its appearance.

One of the main concerns about the Cybertruck is its price point, which has proven to be a significant barrier for many potential buyers. When commercial production began in 2023, Musk predicted annual sales of 250,000 units, but this target seems increasingly unlikely given the vehicle's high cost and limited capabilities.

Tesla's decision to introduce more expensive models, such as the Cyberbeast" which costs $102,000, has further widened the gap between the Cybertruck and its competitors. This move may have been an attempt to appeal to a different segment of buyers, but it has ultimately failed to boost sales.

The combination of high prices, limited capabilities, and recalls, including one in 2025 affecting over 46,000 units, has led to a significant decline in consumer interest in the Cybertruck.

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Source: [BBC News Technology](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq1j33w7d232o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss)  
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