Tesla to expedite Cybertruck production before factory overhaul

Musk stated on X that the current backlog of Cybertruck orders significantly exceeds Tesla’s ability to fulfill them before the production line is dismantled around June or July of next year.

“We will add an extra shift to try to get all orders done in time,” he wrote.

The announcement follows Musk’s recent statement indicating that Cybertruck production at Tesla’s Texas facility will be scaled back to prioritize the Cybercab, a core component of Tesla’s strategy to evolve into an AI and robotics company.

The Cybertruck, which began deliveries in late 2023, has not met initial sales projections. Approximately 20,000 vehicles were sold last year, a decline from nearly 39,000 in 2024, according to Kelley Blue Book data, falling well short of Musk’s earlier estimate of 250,000 annual sales.

The vehicle has also experienced recalls and quality issues since its introduction, and its unique design has presented challenges for international market expansion, particularly in Europe.