Samsung SDI says discussing supplying Tesla with ESS batteries
South Korea’s Samsung SDI is discussing supplying ESS (Energy Storage System) batteries to Tesla in an order reported to be worth around 3 trillion won ($2.11 billion) or more.
The deal, if signed, would mark the latest push by Tesla to reduce reliance on China for key parts. Tesla has signed deals with South Korean companies, Samsung Electronics and LG Energy Solution, to source chips and batteries in recent months.
