# Elon Musk has visited Intel's 18A fab in Oregon, which is part of its Foundry business.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-05-08 · Wccftech*

## Key points

- Elon Musk toured Intel's Oregon Fab, signaling deeper interest in Intel's semiconductor capabilities.
- Intel and Musk's partnership will involve TeraFab and Intel's 14A process for xAI's next-gen chips.
- TSMC is struggling with AI chip production constraints, prompting xAI to consider Intel as a supplier.
- Tesla's AI6 and AI6.5 chips will be produced in the U.S. at Samsung Texas and TSMC Arizona fabs.

**Companies:** Apple, Intel, TSMC
**Countries:** United States

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