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Tesla is currently navigating a period of significant leadership flux, marked by the recent, high-profile departures of the program managers overseeing both the ambitious Cybertruck and the highly popular Model Y. These exits coincide with notable sales declines and ongoing production challenges for the electric vehicle pioneer.
Key Program Managers Announce Departures
Siddhant Awasthi, a pivotal figure who managed both the Cybertruck and Model 3 programs, recently announced his decision to leave the company via a LinkedIn post. While expressing profound praise for his tenure at Tesla and highlighting his accomplishments “all before hitting 30,” Awasthi provided no specific reasons for his departure. His eight-year journey with Tesla began around 2017, coinciding with his student involvement in Elon Musk’s Hyperloop concept.
Remarkably, just hours after Awasthi’s announcement, Emmanuel Lamacchia, the program manager for the bestselling Model Y, also confirmed his exit on LinkedIn, simply stating, “What a journey it’s been.”
Cybertruck and Model Y Face Market Headwinds
The departures come at a sensitive time for Tesla’s key vehicle lines:
- Cybertruck: Sales of the radical electric pickup saw a dramatic 63% decline in the third quarter of this year compared to 2024, with only 5,385 units sold. The Cybertruck has also been subject to significant recalls, including 63,000 vehicles for overly intense headlights and a more publicized recall of 46,000 units due to a decorative “Cyber-metal” trim piece detaching, revealing internal components. Reports even suggest that Musk’s other ventures, SpaceX and xAI, have been acquiring excess Cybertruck inventory.
- Model Y: Despite holding the title of the country’s bestselling electric vehicle, the Model Y experienced a 23% drop in sales during 2025 compared to the previous year.
Broader Trend of Senior Departures
These recent resignations appear to be part of a larger trend. Reports indicate that “several senior program managers” have left Tesla over the past year, including David Zhang, who was responsible for the Model S and Model X programs. This pattern of executive turnover raises questions about leadership stability within the company.
Musk’s Ambitious Vision and Leadership Challenges
The changes in leadership unfold as CEO Elon Musk continues to push an ambitious, futuristic vision for Tesla, aiming to transition it into an automation and robotics powerhouse. His goals include deploying millions of robotaxis and humanoid robots. This context follows a recent Tesla earnings call where Musk referenced “corporate terrorists” potentially hindering shareholder approval for his substantial pay package, which ultimately received shareholder backing.
Achieving these audacious goals, especially amidst current production challenges and competitive market dynamics, will undoubtedly demand strong, consistent, and innovative leadership. The exodus of experienced program managers could therefore present a considerable hurdle for Tesla’s future trajectory and its ability to realize Musk’s grand aspirations.