Summary of Model Y AWD w/4680 | What is Tesla Hiding?

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In the video, the author discusses the discrepancy between Tesla's claim that the Model Y's battery pack has a capacity of 68 kWh and the estimated energy density of cells in the pack, which is allegedly around 230 kWh/kg. The author suggests that the discrepancy may be due to the cells' different chemistries, with the original cells reportedly using a nickel manganese cobalt 811 chemistry, while the newer cells use a lithium ion polymer chemistry. If true, this would suggest that the range of the Model Y may be increased even further with the next generation of cells.

• 00:00:00 This video examines why it is likely that the standard range all-wheel drive Tesla Model Y is actually a long range version in disguise. The video cites evidence that suggests the battery pack in the standard range Model Y is smaller and has a lower energy density than the long range version. Based on this information, the weight of the standard range Model Y would be expected to be similar to the long range version, which is not the case. Further analysis suggests that the battery pack in the standard range Model Y is likely made up of cells with a nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry, which is more energy dense than most other battery chemistries. As a result, the weight of the standard range Model Y would be expected to be much lower than the long range version, which is indeed the case.
• 00:05:00 In the video, the author discusses the discrepancy between Tesla's claim that the Model Y's battery pack has a capacity of 68 kWh and the estimated energy density of cells in the pack, which is allegedly around 230 kWh/kg. The author suggests that the discrepancy may be due to the cells' different chemistries, with the original cells reportedly using a nickel manganese cobalt 811 chemistry, while the newer cells use a lithium ion polymer chemistry. If true, this would suggest that the range of the Model Y may be increased even further with the next generation of cells.
• 00:10:00 This YouTube video discusses whether or not Tesla's upcoming Model Y will have a 4680 battery pack. It is speculated that a structural battery pack needs all of the 828 cells to form the necessary integrity, and a 4680 battery would not be able to provide this. It is also speculated that gaffs would have a negative effect on the stability and structural elements of the battery pack, thus leading to an eventual decrease in the number of cells. The video concludes with a suggestion that interested parties visit John's website to learn more about the patreon community and his content.