Tesla will gradually reduce Cybertruck production in Texas, says Musk

It is not yet clear whether Cybertruck production will be transferred to another unit or permanently closed. The Tesla factory in Austin is the only known unit of the automaker that produces the model.

The Cybertruck, presented by Musk as a futuristic rival to pickup trucks from traditional automakers such as Ford, has faced difficulties in conquering the mass market that the executive projected when the model was launched in 2023.

The vehicle was also the subject of several recalls and quality control issues, and had its prices changed several times.

At the same time, the Cybercab became a central part of Tesla's strategy for the robotaxi market. Musk says he intends to transform the automaker into a company focused on robotics and autonomous driving, with the Cybercab as one of the main vehicles in its driverless car network.