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businesstechnology1 year ago

"Tesla's Expansion in Germany: From Electric Semis to Cultural Clashes"

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced plans to bring production of the electric semi truck, Tesla Semi, to Gigafactory Berlin, but emphasized the importance of starting volume production in the US first. The company is currently only producing the Model Y at Gigafactory Berlin, and there is no timeline for the Tesla Semi project. Challenges and delays have been evident in the Tesla Semi program, with the CEO's previous projection of ramping up production to 50,000 units in 2024 seeming unlikely given the current circumstances.

via Electrek.co|
#businesstechnology#electric-semi-truck#elon-musk
businesstechnology1 year ago

Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin Halts Production Due to Suspected Sabotage Resulting in Power Outage

Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin experienced a power outage suspected to be caused by sabotage, leading to a temporary shutdown. This incident follows a series of challenges for the factory, including supply issues, local opposition to expansion, and environmental activism. The power outage resulted from a fire at a high-voltage pylon, affecting production and prompting an evacuation. While Tesla has taken measures to secure the facility, the timeline for production restart remains uncertain. The incident has raised concerns about the impact of environmental activism and the potential motives behind the sabotage.

via Electrek.co|
#businesstechnology#environmental-activism#gigafactory-berlin
business2 years ago

Tesla's Ambitious Expansion in Germany: Gigafactory Berlin Set to Transform Battery Production and More

Tesla has submitted plans for a significant expansion of its Gigafactory Berlin, including the production of 1 million vehicles per year and 100 GWh of battery production. The plans also include a water recycling facility, a new logistics area, more battery storage, solar roof, and "solar roof charging." The expansion would occur in three stages, with the first stage expected to be operational in the first half of 2024 pending approval.

via Electrek.co|
#approval#battery-production#business