Tesla's 4680 battery supply chain collapses as partner writes down deal by 99%

kept by eddie dec 30, 25

Tesla's 4680 battery supply chain partner L&F writes down a $2.9 billion contract to $7,400, signaling collapse of Tesla's cylindrical cell ambitions.

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