--- title: "Tesla Cybertruck Production Delayed Until 2022" description: "It looks like the Gigafactory in Texas is still under construction and Model Y is going to take priority." date: "2021-08-07" modified: "2021-08-09" authors: - name: "Kristin V. Shaw" job_title: "Contributor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/kristin-shaw" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/tech/41886/tesla-cybertruck-production-delayed-until-2022" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Tesla News" - "Trucks" tags: - "Electric Vehicle" - "pickup" - "Tesla" --- # Tesla Cybertruck Production Delayed Until 2022 ![]() *\www.thedrive.com\* It has been nearly two years since Elon Musk showed off the prototype for the unusual [Cybertruck]() at a [memorable event in Los Angeles](). Since then, [reservations have reportedly topped 1.2 million (per *Teslarati*)]() as the buzz continues to build for the angular pickup/SUV/futuristic vehicle. However, everyone who has placed their $100 bet on a Cybertruck will have to wait a little longer. [Sharp-eyed]() Twitter users who have been monitoring the [Tesla reservations]() site spotted the confirmation they have been waiting for today: production is pushed back to 2022. ![message-editor%2F1628373214878-teslacybertruckinline2.jpg]() **Tesla** [According to *Electrek*](), Tesla engineering boss Lars Moravy strongly hinted at a delay without saying the word “delay” a few days ago during an earnings call. "Cybertruck is at a stage where we finished basic engineering of the architecture of the vehicle,” Moravy said. “With the Cybertruck, we are redefining how a vehicle is being made. As Elon said, it carries much of the structural pack and large casting design of the Model Y being built in Berlin and Austin. Obviously, those take priority over the Cybertruck, but we are moving into the beta phases of Cybertruck later this year and we will be looking to ramp up production at Giga Texas after Model Y is up and running." Here in Austin, Texas, drone operators are swooping in for a closer look at Tesla’s jaw-dropping, massive Gigafactory. It’s very much still under construction, and [*Elektrek* says]() a lot of work is happening inside of the Model Y section of the factory while the Cybertruck piece currently appears dormant. https://youtube.com/embed/OlYEBzs9b9k Never one to tip its hat, Tesla has not made an official announcement about the delay, but the reservations form plainly states “as production nears in 2022.” Look, Tesla fans; I’m not trying to rain on your Cybertruck parade; I’m just reporting the news. We'll keep you posted as we learn more. *Got a tip? Send the writer a note: kristin.shaw@thedrive.com* ## Author Kristin Shaw is the former Weekend Editor for The Drive and a current freelancer in both the automotive and aviation worlds. She’s a big fan of anything car-related and calls on her technology background on the corporate side to explain engineering and high-tech concepts. Now living in her sixth state (New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Georgia, and now Texas), she is thrilled that working from home is now mainstream. ### Author social links [Facebook]() [Instagram]() [Twitter]()