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Tesla Makes Latest Move to Remove Model S and Model X From Its Lineup

Tesla has removed the Model S and Model X from its U.S. referral program, eliminating the $1,000 discount for new buyers. The referral discount for these flagships is now $500, while Cybertruck buyers receive three months of Full Self‑Driving instead of a cash rebate. The move follows Tesla’s earlier announcement that production of the Model S and Model X will cease in Q2 2026 as the company reallocates capacity to new vehicles and its Optimus robot. Flagship sales have already fallen to 53,900 units in 2025, prompting Tesla to shift incentives toward higher‑margin models.