Tesla has just reached a significant milestone in its battery production efforts. The company announced on X that it has produced its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell across all its factories.
Rapid Production Ramp-Up
This achievement comes just over three months after Tesla celebrated its 50 millionth 4680 cell production milestone. The pace of production is staggering:
- Tesla’s producing about 495,000 4680 cells daily
- That’s enough for roughly 368 Cybertrucks per day
- At this rate, they could theoretically make 134,280 Cybertrucks annually
What This Means for Tesla’s EV Production
The 4680 cells are crucial for Tesla’s future plans, especially for the Cybertruck. With this production rate, battery supply might no longer be the bottleneck for Cybertruck production.
“We produced over 50% more 4680 cells in Q2 compared to Q1 and continued to see cost improvements,” Tesla reported earlier this year.
Beyond the Numbers
It’s not just about quantity. Tesla’s also making strides in quality and cost-efficiency:
- They’ve built their first Cybertruck with in-house dry cathode 4680 cells
- This is expected to significantly reduce costs once production ramps up
EVXL’s Take
This milestone is huge for Tesla and the EV industry as a whole. It shows that large-scale production of advanced battery tech is not just possible, but happening now. Tesla’s continuous innovation in battery tech is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in EVs.
As we’ve seen with other Tesla developments, this breakthrough is likely to have ripple effects across the industry. It’s an exciting time for EV enthusiasts and potential buyers alike.
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