In a recent interview with German weekly Der Spiegel, Tesla Motors CEO, Elon Musk has stated that his company and German automotive giant BMW are discussing plans for a possible collaboration concerning technology over batteries and other carbon-based components.
The extent of said collaboration remains sketchy as BMW officials have yet to comment with a spokeswoman from Tesla referring to the meeting as a "casual conversation." With that said, Elon has been quoted as saying BMW's production of carbon-based parts as "interesting" and "relatively cost efficient."
Carbon parts used by BMW are sourced from the company's joint venture with SGL Group and forms the basis for the passenger cell of its i3 and i8 models. Furthermore, BMW is looking to lower the cost of carbon-fibre production via another collaboration with MAI Carbon Cluster Management GmbH.
Tesla and BMW executives met earlier in June to discuss the possibility of the construction of a universal-type charging station that will enable different types of electric cars to charge its batteries. "We are talking about whether we can collaborate in battery technology or charging stations," Elon added.
In addition, Elon also stated that plans are in motion for Tesla to have a battery production plant in Germany in the next five to six years. In relation, Daimler had commented that despite selling its stake in Tesla Motors, the companies will continue to work together notwithstanding the latest development with BMW.
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