The Tesla Cybertruck has been killed off and this is what several experts think of why it’s been canceled
Published on Nov 13, 2026 at 9:02 PM (UTC-5)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Nov 13, 2026 at 9:02 PM (UTC-5)
Edited by
Mason Jones
After the announcement that the Tesla Cybertruck would cease production next year, we wanted to know what some of the YouTubers who’d reviewed it made of the news.
It’s no secret that the Cybertruck has divided opinion during its run.
People often tended to fall into two camps – they either loved it or loathed it.
But would there be any changing of tunes now that the electric truck’s days were numbered?
Whatever side of the debate you landed on, you had an opinion on this distinctive EV
Few vehicles have split opinion quite like the Tesla Cybertruck.
For some, this was the best pickup truck they’d ever driven, while for others, it was bad enough to garner 10 regrets.
And then came the recent news that Tesla was killing off the Cybertruck.
Even if you don’t buy Elon Musk’s explanation for the decision, you’ll undoubtedly be feeling some sort of way about it.
We were curious to know what some of the YouTubers who reviewed the Cybertruck made of this decision.
A fan of the Tesla Cybertruck gives his verdict on it ceasing production
When David Maus Jr. reviewed the Cybertruck, it was fair to say he gave it a hearty endorsement.
He even deemed it the first vehicle he’d been excited to own.
And that’s after 20 years of experience within the automotive industry.
Now that the end of production is in sight, Maus remained appreciative that he got to own the truck.
“Personally, I am so freaking happy that i was able to buy a Cybertruck when I did,” he told Supercar Blondie.
“The Cybertruck just does more; I have more room, a better ride, easier steering, and a functional bed.
“I can take it off road with no worries and then drive smoother than any car on the road for long road trips.
“It’s super disappointing that Tesla is removing that experience from so many people by canceling it.
“My heart breaks a little. Now that I have a loyal community who watches my YouTube videos on DMJR AUTO, I see a lot of people’s opinions in the comments, and almost everyone is upset.
“Tesla Must Keep the Cybertruck!”
He was critical of what he viewed as Tesla’s shifted focus toward the Cybercab.
“I know Elon has a lot of smart people in his companies, but whoever decided the Cybertruck needs to go to make more room for a two-seater Cybercab is removing one of the most impressive vehicles ever created,” he said.
“To me, as someone who understands the automotive business, I can say this – it’s not consumer automotive that Tesla is serving anymore.
“They did that, build the cars, the software, got people to drink the Kool-Aide early, collected our driving data, made the adjustments, and got what they needed from us.
“Now, they are taking all of that to chase the easier money in a brand new sector: ‘Autonomous Transportation’.
“[I am] seeing a trend here, it’s no longer about innovation in vehicles; it’s about innovating software and tech.”
Has one of the toughest critics of the Cybertruck softened his stance?
On the opposite end of the spectrum is Scotty Kilmer.
You may recall that the Rhode Island mechanic didn’t have much nice to say about the truck.
Branding it a ‘cyber-disaster’, he lambasted it in his review for its build quality, design, and lack of space.
Had he changed his tune on the truck now that its end was in sight?
You know that saying about ‘Absence makes the heart grow fonder’? Would that be the case here?
“I’m not sorry to see it go at all. It’s been a disaster of a vehicle, and I’ve told my 3 billion plus YouTube viewers exactly why since the beginning,” he told Supercar Blondie.
“It’s not a real truck, and frankly, I’m glad they’re stopping production.”
So there’s no love lost between Kilmer and the Cybertruck, that’s fair to say.
Whether the wider society looks back on the Tesla Cybertruck with fondness or regret remains to be seen.
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Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
