Rumors of imminent layoffs at Tesla have been circulating among some employees, causing concern and uncertainty within the company. According to seven engineers, cuts are expected at Tesla’s facilities, including the Austin gigafactory and the Fremont factory. Despite no official communication from management, whispers suggest that layoffs may start as early as this weekend. However, not all employees are taking these rumors seriously, with some acknowledging how quickly false information can spread within a large organization like Tesla.
This is not the first time anxiety over potential layoffs has gripped Tesla in recent months. In February, the company instructed managers to identify critical roles within the organization. Additionally, some workers’ performance reviews were postponed and then rescheduled, adding to the uncertainty. Given recent layoffs at several Big Tech companies and Tesla’s own challenges, employees are understandably on edge.
Tesla’s recent first-quarter delivery numbers showed a decline in sales, raising concerns about the company’s performance. Deliveries dropped significantly compared to the previous quarter and the same period the year before, marking Tesla’s first year-on-year sales decrease since 2020. This decline was coupled with layoffs at other electric vehicle companies such as Rivian and Fisker, adding to the stress among Tesla employees.
As Tesla navigates these challenges, employees are closely monitoring any official communication regarding potential layoffs. Despite the uncertainty, many workers remain focused on their roles and responsibilities within the company. Tesla has not yet responded to requests for comments on the rumors of layoffs circulating within the organization.
