Panasonic to build prototypes of new Tesla battery in 2021

Japanese manufacturer eyes production deal despite carmaker's in-house plans

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A Tesla service center in Costa Mesa, California. © Reuters

TEN UMEKUNI, Nikkei staff writer

OSAKA -- Panasonic will begin production as early as next year of prototypes of a new, cheaper type of battery for Tesla electric vehicles.

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