Reports on November 9 said Tesla plans to completely halt Cybertruck production within eight months. That day, the company announced that its robotaxi service was expanding to San Antonio, Texas, and would be available from 5 a.m.; the move aims to compete with Waymo and position Tesla as more than an automaker. On November 11, Tesla began construction of its $10 billion Crystal Sun solar factory near Houston. Commercial production of solar components and panels is expected to begin in early 2029, and the project is estimated to contribute $107 billion to Texas GDP.
Aerial footage shows work and equipment in Fort Bend County, while the factory’s official construction start and final site selection remain unconfirmed.
Read the full storyThe service begins on November 9, but an initial estimate pointed to just one vehicle, while Waymo offers airport rides with a fleet of about 100 cars in the city.
Elon Musk said Cybertruck back orders exceed what can be produced before the line is dismantled around June or July, while the move will make room to expand production of the robotaxi.