Victor Nechita, head of Tesla’s Cybercab program, resigned after nearly six years at the company. His departure occurred days after Tesla celebrated the production of its first Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle designed without pedals or a steering wheel.
The exit follows Tesla’s decision to pivot its long-term strategy toward autonomy and the Optimus robotics program. Nechita is part of a broader exodus of personnel currently affecting the company.
This leadership change raises questions for investors regarding the execution of projects critical to Tesla’s valuation. The stability of the Cybercab program remains a primary driver of the company’s future growth narrative.