Tesla, BYD, and other EV makers experience chip shortage as Elon Musk designs own chips amidst semiconductor prioritization for data centers.

Unusual Whales
2026.01.22 19:18
Major electric vehicle manufacturers such as Tesla and BYD are encountering a shortage of chips, as semiconductor companies are giving preference to data center clients. Reports indicate that Tesla and BYD are grappling with a chip shortage; however, Elon Musk has responded by creating his own chips.