By DIGITIMES ASIA

TAIPEI , Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tesla and Samsung have struck a US$16.5 billion chip deal seen as a win-win, with Samsung's Texas fab set to produce Tesla's next-gen AI6 chips. Tesla gains customized supply chain support, while Samsung strengthens its foundry credibility and expands its external client base.

Following an announcement by Samsung of a US$16.5 billion foundry deal with an unnamed client, Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed on social media that Samsung's new Texas fab will produce Tesla's next-gen AI6 chip. Tesla will also aid in enhancing the plant's production efficiency, spotlighting both Tesla's chip plans and Samsung's foundry goals.

Supply chain integration behind Tesla-Samsung partnership

For Tesla, the deal provides not only flex

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