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Tesla shifts Cybertruck capacity to robotaxis amid safety and design criticism
The article argues that the Cybertruck is being wound down amid criticism of its design, safety and social reception. Elon Musk says Tesla is shifting production capacity towards the Cybercab robotaxi, while denying that the truck is unprofitable.
The piece notes that road safety campaigners have objected to the truck’s sharp edges and that it is heavily restricted in Europe for failing to meet safety standards. It also cites owners’ accounts of hostile reactions, including one who said the vehicle had contributed to women disliking him; the article presents the truck as a polarising product that has struggled to win wider appeal.
In short
- Tesla is winding down Cybertruck production.
- Musk says capacity will shift to Cybercab robotaxis.
- The truck faces safety and public-relations criticism.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Farewell to Elon Musk’s Cybertruck. Has any car ever been more repellent? | Arwa Mahdawi”.