Tesla Ends Texas Cybertruck Runs

Elon Musk confirmed on Friday that Tesla will stop making the Cybertruck in Texas. The change is expected to take effect around the middle of 2027. The company plans to use the freed-up space for the Cybercab, a self-driving taxi vehicle.

The Cybertruck is currently built only at the Texas gigafactory. That same plant also produces the Model Y and the two-seat Cybercab. Musk said the move is necessary to prioritize the robotaxi line. He did not say if the truck will move to another factory to keep running.

Musk responded to a user on X who called the news the end of an era. The user described the truck as the best Tesla ever made. Musk agreed with that assessment. He noted that existing trucks would stay on the road for a long time.

Cox Automotive estimates that U.S. Cybertruck sales dropped 48% last year. The company sold 20,237 units in 2025. That is down from 38,965 units in 2024. Tesla does not release sales data for specific models, so third-party numbers are the main source for performance tracking.

SpaceX was a major buyer of the truck last year. Financial filings show the company spent $131 million on the vehicles at Tesla’s suggested retail price. This bulk purchase helped boost the total sales volume for the model in 2025.

The vehicle has faced technical issues since it started deliveries in late 2023. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration lists 11 voluntary recalls for the 2024 model year. These recalls covered problems such as a trapped acceleration pedal and software defects. An inverter fault was also cited, which could cause a sudden loss of drive power.

The truck’s distinct shape has made it a target for public attention. Some owners have reported rude gestures or road rage. This attention intensified after Musk became the largest funder of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. He also led the Department of Government Efficiency, which focused on cutting federal workforce and regulations.

A Wired feature published in October 2025 described the Cybertruck as a strong symbol of Trump’s return to the White House. The vehicle’s cultural footprint has grown alongside its market presence. Its niche following has not reached the broad mass-market adoption Musk predicted earlier.

Tesla aims to streamline its production lines with this shift. The company is concentrating resources on autonomous vehicle technology. The decision to pause Cybertruck manufacturing reflects a strategic bet on the growth of the Cybercab platform in the coming years.