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01VehiclesUpdated

Tesla Ends Cybertruck Production Mid-2027, Raises Prices

Tesla will wind down Cybertruck output at Giga Texas around mid-2027 to expand Cybercab production and has increased U.S. prices up to 10 percent.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on November 6 that production of the Cybertruck will end around the middle of 2027. The move frees factory space at Giga Texas for higher Cybercab output.

U.S. prices rose immediately after the announcement. The Premium AWD now starts at $92,490 and the Cyberbeast at $102,490, while orders for the Dual Motor AWD trim are paused.

Tesla reported 8,295 deliveries in the Other Models category in Q3 2026. Low sales and the need to simplify FSD development across fewer vehicle types contributed to the decision.

“Cybertruck was an incredible technology development platform and lives on through Cybercab.”

Wes Morrill4

Key facts

  • Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around the middle of next year to make room for increased Cybercab production.12
  • U.S. prices increased up to 10 percent, with Premium AWD now at $92,490 and Cyberbeast at $102,490; Dual Motor AWD orders paused.32
  • Tesla delivered 8,295 vehicles in the Other Models category in Q3 2026, down 48 percent year over year.13
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02Optimus & AI

Musk Says Tesla Will Rent Optimus Robots Instead of Selling

Elon Musk said Tesla will likely rent Optimus humanoid robots rather than sell them.

Tesla may not sell Optimus at all. During an interview at the 33rd Annual Baron Investment Conference, Musk said the company will probably rent the robots to customers.

Musk estimated build costs starting around $30,000 per robot and falling toward $20,000. Early production began last month on a Fremont line planned for 1 million units a year, with outside deliveries targeted for the end of 2027.

Tesla plans to deploy Optimus in its own factories first, and an AI5-powered version is expected around April 2027.

“I think probably rent them.”

Elon Musk1

Key facts

  • Musk said Tesla will likely rent Optimus instead of selling them.1
  • Build cost starts around $30,000 per robot and drops toward $20,000.1
  • Early production started last month in Fremont; outside deliveries planned for end of 2027.1
@@NotATeslaAppMusk: Tesla Will Rent Optimus Robots Instead of Selling Them Musk told investors Optimus should cost about as much as a car to build at first, falling to around $20,000, and Tesla will likely rent the robots out.
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03Energy

Tesla Expands Powerwall Smart Charging to Any EV

Tesla Energy now supports Smart Charging with Powerwall and Wall Connector for any electric vehicle through the Tesla app.

Tesla Energy announced that Smart Charging with a Powerwall and Wall Connector can optimize charging for any EV via Tesla Home in the Tesla app. The feature coordinates charging with solar production, household energy goals, and driving needs rather than using a fixed schedule.

Two modes are available. Savings Mode enables Low-Cost Charging that factors in solar output and utility rates. Self-Powered Mode directs excess solar energy to the vehicle.

The update applies only to the Powerwall and Wall Connector combination. Owners must still use a compatible vehicle with the Wall Connector.

Key facts

  • Smart Charging with Powerwall and Wall Connector now optimizes charging for any EV through Tesla Home in the Tesla app.1
  • In Savings Mode, Low-Cost Charging considers solar output and utility rates; in Self-Powered Mode, Charge on Solar directs excess solar to the vehicle.1
  • The feature requires the Powerwall and Wall Connector setup; it does not extend to third-party chargers.1
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04Charging

Tesla Adjusts Supercharger Prices at 281 Sites in Canada

Tesla changed Supercharger rates overnight at 281 Canadian locations, with more decreases than increases.

Tesla adjusted Supercharger pricing at 281 sites across Canada between November 5 and November 6, 2026. Drive Tesla tracked 178 decreases and 103 increases among 290 locations, with rates now ranging from $0.18 to $0.79 per kWh.

Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba saw most sites rise by $0.02 to $0.04/kWh. Ontario recorded 89 decreases, including Ajax peak rates falling from $0.50 to $0.38/kWh, while some Greater Toronto Area sites rose to $0.55/kWh. Atlantic Canada peaks reached as high as $0.79/kWh in Enfield, Nova Scotia.

British Columbia and Quebec experienced mixed changes, with some Metro Vancouver peak rates increasing and several Interior and Island sites dropping $0.02–$0.03/kWh.

Key facts

  • Tesla adjusted prices at 281 Supercharger locations, with 178 decreases and 103 increases.1
  • Rates now range from $0.18 to $0.79 per kWh for Tesla owners.1
  • Ontario recorded 89 price decreases, including Ajax peak falling from $0.50 to $0.38/kWh.1
  • Atlantic Canada peaks reached $0.79/kWh in Enfield and $0.77/kWh in Digby.1

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