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Another groundbreaking advantage of the 4680 battery technology is its reduction in production costs. Historical comparisons illustrate that the dry electrode process requires substantially less factory space and equipment than the traditional wet process. This reduction in resources aligns with Tesla’s commitment to sustainability while concurrently cutting down overall manufacturing costs.
Overcoming Technical Challenges
However, Tesla's path to achieving mass production has not been without challenges. Despite their aspirations for swift implementation, early attempts to produce the 4680 batteries highlighted significant obstacles, especially in the calendaring process, which is essential for creating dry cathode materials.