# Musk had said last ‌year that Tesla probably will have to build "a gigantic chip fab" to make artificial intelligence chips.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-03-14 · Reuters*

## Key points

- Tesla is developing a fifth-generation AI chip specifically for its autonomous vehicle ambitions.
- Tesla is considering building a massive 'terafab' chip factory to meet future AI chip demand.
- Elon Musk mentioned potential discussions with Intel but confirmed no deal has been signed.
- Musk stated that even with maximum supplier output, Tesla's chip needs would not be met.

**Companies:** Tesla
**Countries:** United States, India

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