Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken an unprecedented step in the automotive industry by sharing a document titled ‘How to design a 48-volt vehicle’ with other CEOs, including Ford’s Jim Farley.
This move, revealed in Hagerty’s Cybertruck review, highlights the collaborative approach Musk is fostering within the industry.
The document, which outlines the design principles of the new 48-volt architecture used in Tesla’s Cybertruck, was received by Ford CEO Jim Farley, who confirmed its receipt on Musk’s social media platform X. Farley expressed gratitude to Musk on December 6, tweeting, “They weren’t joking. We received the document today, dated Dec. 5th. Thanks, @ElonMusk. Great for the industry!”
Musk’s gesture was met with appreciation from Farley, who noted the alignment of Ford’s next-gen team with the principles outlined in the document. Farley suggested further collaboration to help the supply base transition to the 48V future, indicating a shared vision for industry advancement.
You’re welcome
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 7, 2023
In response to Farley’s acknowledgment, Musk replied with a simple “You’re welcome,” further solidifying the cooperative spirit between the two industry giants.
The Cybertruck’s transition to 48V means less minimizing expensive cabling and increasing power without raising current. This means a more efficient power cabling system that can save money and increase manufacturing efficiency.
Farley also mentioned Ford’s commitment to this technological shift, highlighting the recruitment of software leader Roz Ho to spearhead these efforts. This exchange between Musk and Farley represents a significant moment in the automotive industry, signaling a move towards greater collaboration and shared innovation among leading manufacturers.
