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Controversy Surrounds Tesla’s 4680 Battery Technology
Robin Zeng, the visionary behind the largest electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer globally, has expressed skepticism regarding Elon Musk’s ambitious plans for the 4680 cylindrical cell technology. Zeng, who serves as chairman of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) in China, stated in an interview with Reuters, “I believe Musk’s approach will ultimately falter and fail to achieve success.” He recounted a significant discussion during Musk’s visit to China in April, where he challenged Musk on this technology. According to Zeng, “He was left speechless; it became clear he lacks expertise in battery production.”
The Promise of Tesla’s Tabless Cells
Tesla’s innovative “tabless” 4680 cells are designed for several models within its lineup, including the highly anticipated Cybertruck. These cells are touted to offer “five times” greater energy capacity compared to traditional designs. In September, Tesla announced that it had successfully manufactured over 100 million of these cells. However, a recent analysis by The Information revealed that Musk has set an ambitious deadline for his team working on these batteries—aiming for completion by year-end.
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