Musk says he would increase battery cell purchases from LG

“We intend to increase, not reduce battery cell purchases from Panasonic, LG and CALT,” said Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of Tesla, on his Twitter account on Monday, a day before “Tesla Battery Day.”

There have been rumors that the electric car company might unveil the prototype of the so-called “dream battery,” which is an all-solid battery developed by Tesla, on Tesla Battery Day. “Important note about Tesla Battery Day unveil tomorrow,” Must also tweeted on the day.

“This affects long-term production, especially Semi, Cybertruck and Roadster, but what we announce will not reach serious high-volume production until 2022.” It probably means it would take some time before Tesla will be able to mass produce its new battery even if it is showcased on Tuesday.


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