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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tesla has discussed building a smaller version of the Cybertruck, its engineering VP says
Tesla's Cybertruck has been a major sales disappointment since it launched in 2023. The "apocalypse-proof" truck is so big and heavy that it is very difficult to sell outside the US. Now, Tesla's engineering VP has said that the EV giant is considering building a smaller pickup truck. Elon Musk's "apocalypse-proof" Cybertruck has been a major disappointment, but it could be about to get a smaller sibling. Lars Moravy, Tesla's engineering VP, said in an interview on Saturday that the EV giant is considering making a smaller pickup truck, as sales of the beefy science-fiction-inspired Cybertruck continue to struggle. "We always talked about making a smaller pickup," said Moravy, in response to a question about whether Tesla needed a mini version of the Cybertruck for international markets. "I think in the future, as more and more of the robotaxi comes into the world, we look at those options and we think about, OK, that kind of service is useful not just for people, but also for goods," Moravy, who was speaking at an event hosted by Tesla owners and investors in California, added. "We've definitely been churning in the design studio about what we might do to serve that need for sure." Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Moravy's interview, which was sent outside regular US working hours. The Cybertruck was launched with a huge fanfare in 2023, with Tesla CEO Elon Musk predicting the automaker could sell over 250,000 of the "apocalypse-proof" trucks a year. However, those stratospheric sales have failed to materialize. Tesla has shifted around 11,000 Cybertrucks in the US so far this year, after selling nearly 39,000 over the whole of 2024, per data from Cox Automotive. The futuristic pickup launched in the US with a price tag close to $100,000, far above the $39,900 Elon Musk suggested back in 2019. The cheapest version now starts at over $60,000. The Cybertruck is also not available in China and Europe, Tesla's biggest markets outside the US. Both markets have strict vehicle regulations that make selling big and bulky pickups like the Cybertruck — which weighs over 6,000kg — extremely difficult. One of the first Cybertrucks to appear in the UK was seized by police earlier this year for not being road-legal, while another that was registered in the European Union had to be modified to soften the trapezoid truck's notoriously sharp edges. Tesla has expanded Cybertruck sales to Canada and Mexico, and in April announced it would begin selling the pickup in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. The Cybertruck's slow sales and slower international expansion suggest it will be little help in turning around Tesla's sales slump. The EV giant said earlier this month that second-quarter sales had fallen 13.5%, its second year-over-year decline in a row. Read the original article on Business Insider Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Insider
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Tesla has discussed building a smaller version of the Cybertruck, its engineering VP says
Elon Musk's "apocalypse-proof" Cybertruck has been a major disappointment, but it could be about to get a smaller sibling. Lars Moravy, Tesla's engineering VP, said in an interview on Saturday that the EV giant is considering making a smaller pickup truck, as sales of the beefy science-fiction-inspired Cybertruck continue to struggle. "We always talked about making a smaller pickup," said Moravy, in response to a question about whether Tesla needed a mini version of the Cybertruck for international markets. "I think in the future, as more and more of the robotaxi comes into the world, we look at those options and we think about, OK, that kind of service is useful not just for people, but also for goods," Moravy, who was speaking at an event hosted by Tesla owners and investors in California, added. "We've definitely been churning in the design studio about what we might do to serve that need for sure." Tesla did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Moravy's interview, which was sent outside regular US working hours. The Cybertruck was launched with a huge fanfare in 2023, with Tesla CEO Elon Musk predicting the automaker could sell over 250,000 of the "apocalypse-proof" trucks a year. However, those stratospheric sales have failed to materialize. Tesla has shifted around 11,000 Cybertrucks in the US so far this year, after selling nearly 39,000 over the whole of 2024, per data from Cox Automotive. The futuristic pickup launched in the US with a price tag close to $100,000, far above the $39,900 Elon Musk suggested back in 2019. The cheapest version now starts at over $60,000. The Cybertruck is also not available in China and Europe, Tesla's biggest markets outside the US. Both markets have strict vehicle regulations that make selling big and bulky pickups like the Cybertruck — which weighs over 6,000kg — extremely difficult. One of the first Cybertrucks to appear in the UK was seized by police earlier this year for not being road-legal, while another that was registered in the European Union had to be modified to soften the trapezoid truck's notoriously sharp edges. Tesla has expanded Cybertruck sales to Canada and Mexico, and in April announced it would begin selling the pickup in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar. The Cybertruck's slow sales and slower international expansion suggest it will be little help in turning around Tesla's sales slump. The EV giant said earlier this month that second-quarter sales had fallen 13.5%, its second year-over-year decline in a row.
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Squeaky Tesla Cybertruck Prompts Buyback Request from Owner
The Tesla Cybertruck launched with more hype than most vehicles in recent memory. Years in the making and wrapped in stainless steel, it promised performance, durability, and an aggressive departure from conventional pickup design. But it's facing a problem – primarily, pricing. Even with the most affordable Long Range version costing over $70,000 before options and credits, demand has not met Tesla's lofty forecasts. Sales in the first half of the year are down significantly compared to the same period last year. And then, quality issues. Several have been reported, but there's one that's getting traction among Cybertruck owners: a persistent squeaking noise – something that's apparently difficult to fix. In posts to the Cybertruck Owners Only Facebook group, user HR CG described an ongoing issue with their vehicle involving squeaky noises from the front left pillar. The noise appeared to originate from the windshield area. First reported in June, HR CG said service centers attempted to resolve the issue but to no avail. Other Cybertruck owners in the group reported a similar issue – all are in contact with their respective service centers looking for a solution. "After spending a total of 50 days in service-including 40 consecutive days-Tesla still hasn't been able to fix a persistent squeaking noise. They've replaced parts, added insulation, and tried multiple approaches, but the issue remains," HR CG said. HR CG noted that Tesla service staff had been responsive, but the issue remained unresolved. In their latest post, a supposed message from the service staff claimed that they reassembled the electric vehicle, but the squeaky noise remains. HR CG is getting understandably frustrated with the situation, leading them to other solutions beyond repair. "At this point, I honestly hope Tesla will either give me a 2025 replacement or buy it back at the original price," HR CG said in the latest post. HR CG's experience is not isolated. Other Cybertruck owners across forums and Facebook groups have reported their vehicles spending weeks – sometimes over a month – in service. Common complaints include rattling panels, inconsistent trim alignment, malfunctioning tailgates, and defective glass. One Reddit user compiled a list of known problems from early units, including electrical issues and extensive NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) symptoms. Some have described their trucks as essentially undrivable due to unresolved problems, with others posting photos of Cybertrucks on flatbeds headed for service. While Tesla has historically improved build quality over time, early Cybertruck adopters appear to be bearing the brunt of initial teething issues. For some, the novelty may still outweigh the flaws. For others, like HR CG, patience is wearing thin. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tesla Q2 Deliveries Fall Drastically Year-Over-Year
Well, it's July 2, which for most people means it's almost the holiday weekend. In the car world, though, the beginning of July marks the end of the second quarter of the year and the release of automakers' Q2 sales numbers. If you're a numbers nerd, it's one of the biggest holidays of the year, but something tells us Tesla really wishes it could have skipped releasing its Q2 numbers this year. That's because, no matter how you look at it, sales are down significantly. According to Tesla's official numbers, it delivered 384,122 vehicles in Q2, a roughly 14% drop compared to the 443,956 vehicles it delivered in Q2 2024. That's also about 18% lower than the 466,140 deliveries we saw in Q2 2023. That also brings Tesla's deliveries through the first half of the year to 720,803, marking a drop of more than 13% compared to the 830,766 deliveries Tesla managed through the first half of 2024. H1 deliveries in 2023 were 889,015, meaning 2025's deliveries were a full 19% lower than they were two years ago. Of course, since this is Tesla we're talking about, the news that Tesla's declining sales have continued will actually make the stock price go up. It may not make sense, but hey, that's just business, baby. Read more: The 2025 Land District Might Kick Off A New-Era Of American Moto The Cybertruck Won't Save Tesla The Model 3 and Model Y continued to dominate Tesla's sales numbers, accounting for 373,728 of Q2's 384,122 deliveries. That means Tesla only delivered 10,394 examples of the Model S, Model X and Cybertruck. Granted, the Model S and X are ancient and still expensive, so you wouldn't expect them to sell well, but even if 10,000 of those deliveries were Cybertrucks, that works out to roughly 40,000 Cybertrucks a year. It wasn't too long ago that Tesla was telling us it would sell 250,000 Cybertrucks a year, but I'm sure it's fine. That's probably fine, right? Another potential problem for Tesla is that it's also sitting on a lot of inventory. While it only delivered 384,122 vehicles in Q2, it actually built 410,244. That's an extra 26,122 vehicles just sitting there, waiting to be sold. That alone isn't automatically concerning, but Tesla also produced 25,934 more vehicles than it delivered in Q1 of this year, which could be a sign that Tesla is overproducing compared to demand. With Model 3 and Model Y, that isn't as much of a red flag since sales numbers are still pretty high, but Tesla also says it built an extra 3,015 "other models," which definitely seems like a problem when it only delivered 10,394. As unpopular as those models are, the extra units are probably going to take a long time to sell, and Tesla has to find somewhere to store them until they do. Of course, Tesla CEO Elon Musk will tell you that vehicle sales don't matter now that Tesla is an AI and robotics company that's totally about to solve autonomy for real this time. Sure, the robotaxi rollout is going terribly, but just you wait. It's definitely going to happen. Until then, we're just going to wait until Tesla's earnings call on July 23. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Edmonton Journal
5 days ago
- Edmonton Journal
Edmonton police seek to identify man who smashed Tesla Cybertruck windshield
Edmonton police are seeking the public's help tracking down a man accused of vandalizing a Tesla Cybertruck. Article content Investigators on Friday released two images of a suspect believed to have thrown rocks at the windshield of a parked Cybertruck late July 12. The vandalism caused more than $3,000 in damage and was captured on the vehicle's internal cameras. Article content Article content The distinctive, angular electric trucks began appearing on Edmonton roads late last year. They have since become targets for scorn due to Tesla CEO Elon Musk's political positions, including his role in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. Musk led the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) which slashed hundreds of thousands of federal government jobs before his much publicized falling out with Trump in June. Article content Article content Article content Cybertrucks have been vandalized across North America and Europe, with some drivers reporting middle fingers and profanity from pedestrians and other motorists. The Tesla Takedown movement has led to pickets against Tesla showrooms and urged boycotts against the company. Article content Article content
