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Tesla has also lowered the starting price of its 2 MWh Mega Pack commercial energy storage system by about $30,000, although waiting times remain the same, indicating stable manufacturing timelines.
Meanwhile, lithium prices—critical for battery manufacturing—continue to decline daily, which is encouraging for EV manufacturers, including Ford. Ford’s electric pickup, for instance, faces hurdles with reduced tax credits, potentially hampering its competitiveness against Tesla's Model Y, which is expected to receive a full $7,500 federal rebate.