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Tesla announced on Friday that production of its Cybertruck will be winding down around the middle of 2027 at the company’s factory outside Austin, Texas. CEO Elon Musk posted the brief update on X, noting that the move will allow the company to increase production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The Cybertruck, unveiled in 2019 with a dramatic demonstration in which a Tesla designer threw a metal ball at the vehicle’s “unbreakable” glass, has been one of the most talked‑about electric trucks in the industry. The stainless‑steel, angular design has been praised for its futuristic look and criticized for its unconventional styling. Musk has repeatedly described the truck as “the best product” Tesla has produced, calling it “a better sports car than a Porsche 911” and “a better truck than an F‑150.” Sales figures have fallen short of Musk’s early projections. Kelley Blue Book estimated that Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks last year, roughly half the number Musk had forecast for 2024. Sales through the end of September this year were down another 28% from the previous year. Industry observers note that the decision to end production reflects both sales realities and Tesla’s broader shift toward autonomous vehicles. “Some of these bets work and some of these bets don’t,” said Spencer Penn, a former Tesla executive who now heads procurement software firm LightSource. “The Cybertruck is part of Tesla’s adventurous spirit that drives innovation.” The Cybertruck’s high profile has also made it a target for political controversy. Musk’s public association with right‑wing figures, most notably former President Donald Trump, has alienated some customers. In response, some Tesla owners have staged protests outside showrooms, and incidents of vandalism and violence have been reported. Despite the controversy, many fans remain enthusiastic. Ross Blankenship, a Cybertruck owner from Sunnyside, Colorado, said he bought the vehicle because of its “fascination with the future technology of trucks.” He added that he would buy another Cybertruck again in a heartbeat, calling the end of production “a sad moment.” The Cybertruck’s production will cease in 2027, marking the end of one of the automotive industry’s most high‑profile debuts. Article source: Indian Express | Image credit: Indian Express
Tesla announced on Friday that production of its Cybertruck will be winding down around the middle of 2027 at the company’s factory outside Austin, Texas. CEO Elon Musk posted the brief update on X, noting that the move will allow the company to increase production of its Cybercab robotaxi. The Cybertruck, unveiled in 2019 with a dramatic demonstration in which a Tesla designer threw a metal ball at the vehicle’s “unbreakable” glass, has been one of the most talked‑about electric trucks in the industry. The stainless‑steel, angular design has been praised for its futuristic look and criticized for its unconventional styling. Musk has repeatedly described the truck as “the best product” Tesla has produced, calling it “a better sports car than a Porsche 911” and “a better truck than an F‑150.” Sales figures have fallen short of Musk’s early projections. Kelley Blue Book estimated that Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks last year, roughly half the number Musk had forecast for 2024. Sales through the end of September this year were down another 28% from the previous year. Industry observers note that the decision to end production reflects both sales realities and Tesla’s broader shift toward autonomous vehicles. “Some of these bets work and some of these bets don’t,” said Spencer Penn, a former Tesla executive who now heads procurement software firm LightSource. “The Cybertruck is part of Tesla’s adventurous spirit that drives innovation.” The Cybertruck’s high profile has also made it a target for political controversy. Musk’s public association with right‑wing figures, most notably former President Donald Trump, has alienated some customers. In response, some Tesla owners have staged protests outside showrooms, and incidents of vandalism and violence have been reported. Despite the controversy, many fans remain enthusiastic. Ross Blankenship, a Cybertruck owner from Sunnyside, Colorado, said he bought the vehicle because of its “fascination with the future technology of trucks.” He added that he would buy another Cybertruck again in a heartbeat, calling the end of production “a sad moment.” The Cybertruck’s production will cease in 2027, marking the end of one of the automotive industry’s most high‑profile debuts.
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