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The rapid change in delivery timelines indicates a massive influx of orders—likely thousands of refundable deposits were placed to secure the low price. While Tesla has not disclosed specific figures, the backlog seems predominantly composed of the entry-level trim, with higher trims like the Cyber Beast (capable of 0-60 mph in just 2.6 seconds) still showing shorter wait times.
After the price increased back to $69,990, demand for the entry-level version slowed somewhat, although Tesla did remove the lease option to control demand and production. Overall, Tesla's Cybertruck production volume remains relatively modest—around 20,000 to 50,000 units annually—far below Elon Musk’s initial target of 250,000 units per year once Giga Texas reaches full capacity.