TESLA CYBERTRUCK HAS A MASSIVE BATTERY PROBLEM

EV Channels Review

John Cadogan delivers a scathing critique of the Tesla Cybertruck, focusing heavily on the purported "massive battery problem." He asserts that Tesla, and specifically Elon Musk, has failed to master the production of the new 4680 battery cells using the "dry coating" process, which is crucial for scaling production and reducing costs. Cadogan cites a Reuters report, based on interviews with anonymous sources, suggesting that Tesla is struggling significantly with this technology, particularly for the cathode. This bottleneck, he argues, is the primary reason for the Cybertruck's significant delays and its current limited production volume, far below initial promises. He dismisses the launch as a "PR scam" and labels the batteries in existing vehicles as "experimental." The review highlights the discrepancy between Musk's ambitious claims and the reported manufacturing realities, questioning the feasibility of future Tesla models relying on these unproven battery technologies. Cadogan concludes that the Cybertruck's production is severely hampered by these battery issues, leading to a vehicle that is late, expensive, and potentially unreliable due to unproven technology.