Tesla has officially discontinued production of its flagship Model S sedan and Model X SUV. CEO Elon Musk announced on X that custom orders for both models are closed, with only remaining inventory vehicles available for purchase.
The Model S, launched in 2012, was the world's first modern long-range electric car, setting benchmarks for performance, comfort, and charging. The Model X followed in 2015, gaining fame for its Falcon Wing doors and spacious interior. Both models shared underpinnings and served as Tesla's luxury flagship vehicles for over a decade.
Their prominence began to fade with the 2017 launch of the more affordable Model 3 and the 2020 debut of the Model Y crossover. Sales declined sharply as these newer models dominated Tesla's volume. The company had already grouped the S and X into an "Other Models" reporting category, which accounted for just over 50,000 units last year compared to 1.6 million Model 3/Y deliveries.
Musk stated the decision allows Tesla to focus resources on future autonomy and robotics projects, calling it an "honorable discharge" for the pioneering vehicles.