This is not the first time Tesla has publicly announced that it can share its proprietary electric vehicle technology. In fact, both Mercedes-Benz and Toyota established a partnership with Tesla and used their battery and electric drive system technology, but at that time, both automakers invested heavily in Musk's company.
Back to 20 14, Musk said that Tesla will open all its electric vehicle technology patents to all other companies involved in the electric field, but the fact is that few established car companies are interested in pursuing it. Not long ago, Tesla filed a lawsuit against Rivian on the grounds that employees stole trade secrets. Xpeng in China and Zoox, an autonomous driving startup, have also been sued.
It is unclear whether Tesla will disclose battery technology by selling batteries or directly disclosing battery technology. However, Musk once said that the biggest constraint on Tesla's continued growth at this stage is the production of batteries at low cost. At present, Tesla and Panasonic own a battery company, in addition, they also acquired a battery company of China Hyundai? Amperex？ Technology (CATL) and South Korea's LG? Chem buys batteries to meet its own battery supply.
Tesla is currently building an expanded battery manufacturing center at its existing headquarters in fremont, California. The project, named Roadrunner, will have three types of employees and run all day every day. It seems to be fully producing batteries. Tesla is unlikely to sell batteries in a short time, but it is entirely possible to provide battery technology to competitors or battery companies.
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