Those futuristic, "Mad Max"-looking Tesla Cybertrucks could soon become a rarer sight on the roads.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced in a Nov. 5 post on Xthat the electric vehicle maker plans to wind down Cybertruck production at its Gigafactory Texas facility in Austin around mid-2027 to make room for increased production of the Cybercab, Tesla's autonomous robotaxi.
The Cybertruck generated significant buzz long before its official debut in late 2023. The futuristic pickup appeared in a Travis Scott music video as early as 2019, USA TODAY previously reported.
Initial enthusiasm appeared strong, with the all-electric pickup reportedly attracting nearly 1 million reservations within nine days of preorders opening, according to automotive publication
Torque News.
However, that early excitement did not translate into comparable sales. Torque News reported that just 2.5% of reservation holders ultimately purchased the vehicle.
Cybertruck sales also declined sharply in 2025. According to a third-quarter sales report from Kelley Blue Book, Tesla sold 16,097 Cybertrucks during the first nine months of 2025, a 38% decrease from the 25,974 sold during the same period in 2024.
Beyond declining sales, the Cybertruck has faced a series of manufacturing and safety concerns.
The Cybertruck has also faced a series of safety recalls since its introduction in late 2023. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
One of the largest recalls came in March 2025, when Tesla recalled more than 46,000 Cybertrucks after determining that a stainless-steel exterior trim panel could detach from the vehicle, creating a potential hazard for other motorists.
Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@gannett.com, @NatassiaPaloma on X, natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma on Facebook.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Is Cybertruck nearing end of road? Musk to wind down production
