Tesla is planning to deliver 375k units of the Cybertruck annually
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Tesla is now on track to fulfill its commitment to deliver the much-anticipated Cybertruck. According to recent reports by Electrek, the company has shared its production targets and prototype timing with its suppliers, instilling confidence that deliveries will commence by the end of the third quarter in 2023.
From Delayed Launch to Steady Progress
In its communication with suppliers, Tesla revealed a plan to build a staggering 375,000 units of Cybertrucks annually. This figure is a significant leap from Musk's estimate of around 250,000 units per year. However, it's important to note that Tesla will likely reach this production milestone in 2024, once production has ramped up.
Tesla first pulled the covers off the Cybertruck in 2019, with original plans to hit the market in 2021. However, the global pandemic and supply chain disruptions led to multiple postponements. Despite these setbacks, recent updates from CEO Elon Musk show a good progression toward mass production of this futuristic pickup truck.
The Importance of Release Candidates
As per the internal timeline, the first release candidates for the Cybertruck, which are near-final vehicle versions, are slated for August 2023. These candidates represent the last development stage before mass production begins. This critical milestone aligns well with the projected delivery event scheduled for September.
Despite these updates, 1.5 million reservation holders still don't know about the final specs and pricing of the Cybertruck. According to Musk, these details will only be disclosed during the upcoming delivery event.
Tesla's Challenges and Ambitions
From engineering to design, the Cybertruck has been one of the most challenging vehicles for Tesla. Yet, the company's aggressive annual production target reflects its strong ambition to penetrate the electric pickup truck market. As the Cybertruck moves from prototype to production, Tesla is clearly in the driver's seat to revolutionize this segment.
In the recent Investor Day, the latest Cybertruck prototypes were spotted with new features, including a yoke steering wheel design. These design modifications, validated by Musk and Tesla's Chief Vehicle Designer Franz von Holzhausen, provide further evidence that production is imminent.
In the face of high anticipation and industry scrutiny, Tesla is pushing full steam ahead with its Cybertruck program, "Project Everest." The production target of 375,000 units and the expected arrival of release candidates this August paint a promising picture for Tesla's entry into the electric pickup market. With Tesla's record of transforming the EV space, the Cybertruck's launch will undoubtedly be a landmark event in automotive history.
Tesla has now merged the latest FSD versions with the newest Tesla production features. This has several impacts on users with and without FSD, including giving FSD vehicles some of the latest Tesla features. The new software update is 2025.2.8 and it’s rolling out now in several countries.
FSD Vehicles Get Latest Features
For the first time, Tesla’s FSD is based on the 2025 branch, bringing the latest features to vehicles with FSD.
The highlight features of update 2025.2 include Hands-Free Trunk and Frunk Support for Android, the Rear Cross-Traffic Chime and it finally activates the in-vehicle radar in Model Y vehicles. In North America, vehicles also gain access to Third-Party Charger Preconditioning, while the Cybertruck gets Trailer Profiles support and some much-needed improvements to its wiper.
As for FSD, this update still includes FSD 12.6.4 for HW3 vehicles and V13.2.8 for HW4 cars, so there aren’t any updates there except for potential bug fixes.
New Base FSD Version?
While the latest FSD version is now available on update 2025.2, it’s not immediately clear whether this replaces FSD V12.5.4.2 as the new base FSD version that Tesla will include in all future updates.
Tesla has the ability to include different FSD releases with the same software update, so we’ll have to wait and see if this version continues to roll out to non-FSD vehicles.
Subscribe and Get the Latest FSD
Since Tesla doesn’t allow vehicles to roll back software update versions, users who were already on one of Tesla’s 2025.2 updates would be stuck with receiving FSD 12.5.4.2. However, anyone who subscribes to FSD will now be eligible to receive the latest FSD version.
FSD versions often lag behind in non-FSD Tesla features, so it’s always exciting to see an update go out that catches everyone up. Furthermore, if Tesla makes FSD V12.6 and V13.2 the new base versions that are included in all Tesla updates, that will be a huge win for everyone as these latest versions perform much better for most users.
Tesla’s next major update may be their Spring Update, which last year included a ton of new features, so there is a lot to look forward to!
Tesla recently launched FSD in China, making it the first region outside North America to receive the feature via a software update. This marks a major milestone for Tesla, which has been working diligently to gain regulatory approval outside of North America.
Both China and Europe were key targets on Tesla’s Autonomy Roadmap, with the company aiming to roll out FSD in these regions by Q1 2025—pending regulatory approval.
Regulatory Issues
Elon Musk recently confirmed on X that FSD is ready for Europe—Tesla is just waiting on regulatory approval. However, securing approval could be challenging, as the process is overseen by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), which sets regulations for the entire EU.
While the UNECE has fast-tracked some advancements—such as adaptive and matrix high-beams (soon available in the U.S.), its approach to autonomy has been far more cautious. The commission has consistently slowed the deployment of self-driving technology and even reduced the capabilities of Autopilot.
Adding to the challenge, the UNECE body responsible for vehicle autonomy meets infrequently, sometimes with months between sessions. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4, but autonomy is not yet on the agenda, meaning approval could still be a long way off.
We are waiting for regulatory approval - Musk
Regulation 157
UNECE Regulation 157 governs “Automated Lane Keeping Systems” (ALKS), similar to Autopilot or lane-keeping cruise control in other vehicles. This regulation imposes strict limits, including speed restrictions and requiring driver confirmation for every autonomous decision.
While approving a lane change with a tap on the screen or steering wheel might seem minor, imagine having to do so for every FSD action—speed adjustments, turns, stops, starts, and more.
Additionally, Regulation 157 only permits autonomy in areas where pedestrian traffic is physically separated from vehicles. This means that many highways without clear barriers would be off-limits for autonomous driving.
Hope on the Horizon
There’s still hope—if the UNECE amends Regulation 157, over 50 nations, including the EU and Japan, could open the door for FSD.
A step in the right direction came with the 2024 adoption of UN Regulation 171, which expanded the framework for driver-assist systems that don’t fully take over control—such as FSD (Supervised).
While regulatory changes take time, the momentum is building. As technology advances rapidly, it’s only a matter of time before the rules catch up.
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