According to Sawyer Merritt, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's new lithium refinery in Texas will start with a 50GWh capacity, significantly enhancing the company's battery supply chain for electric vehicles (EVs) and AI-driven manufacturing processes (source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter). This move is expected to accelerate the integration of AI in battery optimization, production efficiency, and predictive maintenance, providing Tesla with a competitive advantage in the fast-evolving AI and EV markets. The refinery’s scale addresses growing demand for high-performance batteries used in AI-powered autonomous vehicles, presenting new business opportunities for AI startups specializing in battery technology, supply chain optimization, and smart factory solutions.