Tesla is expanding its 4680 battery business in Fremont, California, where it operates one of its vehicle manufacturing plants, with a specific address, but the factory is not changing. Instead, Tesla is leasing a 210,000+ square-foot advanced manufacturing facility on Fremont Blvd. to help support the production of the company’s 4680 cell technology, Teslarati reports.
As an editor from Torque News, here are 7 points to highlight the significance of this news regarding Tesla's 4680 batteries.
Expansion of 4680 Battery Business: Tesla's decision to expand its 4680 battery business in Fremont, California is a significant development. This move demonstrates the company's commitment to advancing its battery technology and meeting the increasing demand for electric vehicles.
Leasing Advanced Manufacturing Facility: Tesla's lease of a 210,000+ square-foot advanced manufacturing facility on Fremont Blvd. is a strategic step towards supporting the production of the company's 4680 cell technology. This move signifies Tesla's investment in scaling up its battery manufacturing capabilities.
Ideal Location Proximity: The new property at 48401 Fremont Blvd. is conveniently located just three miles from the Fremont Factory and across the street from the Kato Road facility. This proximity ensures operational efficiency and close collaboration between different production sites involved in 4680 cell production.
Role of Kato Road Facility: The Kato Road facility has been widely recognized as the primary plant responsible for 4680 cell production. With the new manufacturing facility in close proximity to Kato Road, it indicates Tesla's focus on expanding and optimizing its production capacity for these advanced battery cells.
Battery Day Catalyst: Tesla's unveiling of the 4680 cells at Battery Day in 2020 was a groundbreaking event for the company and the entire battery industry. This technology showcase positioned Tesla as a major contributor to the advancement of battery cell technology, and this expansion in Fremont reflects their commitment to realizing the promises made during Battery Day.
Integration with Model Y and Future Plans: While Tesla has already been incorporating 4680 cells into Model Y vehicles manufactured in Texas, the company has not yet implemented them on a large scale. However, the mention of potential use in the Cybertruck production signifies Tesla's intention to leverage the 4680 cells in upcoming vehicle releases, including the highly anticipated Cybertruck slated for production later this year.
Towards Vehicle Production Goals: Tesla's CEO Elon Musk previously stated that 4680 cells would be "important" in 2023, indicating their growing role in the company's vehicle production plans. With Tesla's dedication to ramping up battery production and the planned delivery of Cybertrucks in Q3, the incorporation of the 4680 cells in a mass number of vehicles could become a reality soon, further solidifying Tesla's position in the EV market.
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