It is known that recently Tesla Motors has decided to strengthen one of the energy components of the business, to invest in the production of solar cells. The last will be not only in the form of a "tiled" elements for roofs of private homes, but also as an element of the exterior serial electric vehicles. Placed on the roof solar panel now allows some models to ventilate the interior without the use of air conditioning in the parking lot, using only sunlight as a source of electricity.
Reuters reports with reference to the joint statement by the companies, Panasonic and Tesla Motors will extend its long-standing cooperation in the sphere of production and solar panels. Erected in New York Tesla Motors factory for the production of solar cells already in 2019 will be able to issue a number of products, which is equivalent to one gigawatt generating capacity. Panasonic will have access to production capacity Tesla Motors, as well as the long-term contract for the purchase of products. The Japanese side will have to invest at least $ 256 million. To build a new factory.
Panasonic is already a major partner Tesla Motors for the production of battery cells for traction batteries of electric cars of this brand. With the expansion of cooperation Japanese corporation expects even more distance from the consumer electronics segment, which for a long time does not bring her profit.