Does the domestically produced Tesla Y use 4680 batteries?
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Previously, domestically produced Teslas used Panasonic batteries, but they have now switched to purchasing batteries from LG Chem for use in Model-3 cars produced at the Shanghai factory. Here is the relevant information: 1. LG Chem: LG Chem's battery market shipment ranking was fourth in the world in 2018. The first was CATL, which is also a Chinese company that has rapidly risen in recent years and has now partnered with the majority of automakers, even establishing factories overseas. 2. Development: LG Chem has established a joint venture with Geely Automobile Group to produce batteries for electric vehicles. This joint venture plans to secure an annual battery production capacity of 10 gigawatt-hours by the end of 2021.