# Elon Musk says Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production in Texas next year

- Published: 2026-11-06T09:57:04.000Z
- Updated: 2026-11-06T10:03:36.833Z
- Section: Market
- Topics: Business
- Page: https://aidailyjournal.com/en/n/2026/11/06/elon-musk-says-tesla-will-wind-down-cybertruck-production-in-texas-next-year/
- Sources: [BBC](https://bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq1j33w7d232o?at_campaign=rss&at_medium=RSS), [Tecnoblog](https://tecnoblog.net/noticias/tesla-vai-sacrificar-cybertruck-para-fabricar-mais-robotaxis)

## Summary

Elon Musk said Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory next year to “make room” for building Cybercabs, autonomous taxis without drivers. He did not clarify whether the company will stop making the pickup entirely or move production elsewhere. Project lead engineer Wes Morrill appeared to suggest the vehicle will be discontinued by saying its legacy would continue through Cybercab; Musk replied that the Cybertruck fleet will be around for a long time.

The BBC notes that the Cybertruck, launched in 2023 after delays, has had disappointing sales despite attracting fans with its angular design. The vehicle also faced a troubled public introduction in 2019, when glass presented as resistant shattered during a live demonstration.

## Why it matters (editorial interpretation)

The planned shift directly links Cybertruck production to Tesla’s stated priority of making room for Cybercabs, while leaving open whether the pickup will be discontinued or moved elsewhere. The vehicle’s disappointing sales and troubled launch add context to its commercial challenge, as noted by the BBC.

_Summary written by AI Daily Journal in its own words, based on the sources above. For details, read the original articles._