“Tesla Cancels Cybertruck in Australia and New Zealand, Refunding Deposits After 7 Years” — what this page in the network covers. Tesla has officially cancelled the Cybertruck for Australia and New Zealand, ending a nearly seven-year wait for reservation holders. Customers who placed A$150 deposits starting in November 2019 are receiving emails stating their orders are void and refunds will be issued. The decision leaves thousands of potential owners without the electric pickup they had long anticipated.
The cancellation reflects Tesla’s challenges in adapting the Cybertruck to right-hand-drive markets and stringent local regulations. For Australian and New Zealand buyers, this marks a significant setback in the region’s EV adoption, as the Cybertruck was seen as a bold entry into the utility vehicle segment. The move may push consumers toward alternatives like the Ford F-150 Lightning or Rivian R1T, though neither is currently sold in those markets. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.