Tesla has unveiled a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize electric vehicles, with its cutting-edge 4680 battery finally making waves in the EV industry. First introduced during the company’s much-anticipated “Battery Day” event in September 2020, the 4680 battery has now become a game-changer.
After years of development, Tesla reports the production of over 100 million 4680 batteries across its global factories, according to Teslarati. This advanced battery technology promises to lower production costs, simplify manufacturing processes, and deliver higher efficiency for Tesla’s EV lineup.
In March 2025, Michael Guilfoy, Tesla’s director of cell manufacturing operations, shared his enthusiasm for the achievement. He took to LinkedIn to celebrate: “Been waiting to acknowledge this great achievement by Tesla’s 4680 Cell Manufacturing team since the end of last year … but as Elon announced last night, our Cell Manufacturing team in Texas reached a huge milestone at the end of 2024 with becoming the lowest cost per kWh battery cell producer for Tesla!”
The 4680 battery boasts impressive capabilities, including the potential to increase a vehicle’s range by up to 16%, as well as delivering five times the energy capacity compared to its predecessor, the 2170-type cell. This innovation also presents opportunities to lower the cost of Tesla’s cars, making EVs more accessible to the general public.
Despite its technological triumphs, Tesla has faced challenges in 2025. The company experienced a 13% drop in sales amidst global protests against its CEO, Elon Musk. However, used EV sales continue to climb as consumers gravitate toward eco-friendly alternatives. With zero tailpipe emissions and lower maintenance costs compared to traditional gas-powered vehicles, EVs offer both environmental and financial benefits.
As Tesla pushes the boundaries of EV technology, the launch of the 4680 battery could be a pivotal moment in shaping the future of electric transportation.
Editor’s Note: Some statistics and data have been aggregated from thecooldown.com and .teslarati.com
