Electric-truck maker Nikola Corp. is turning to an outside supplier to provide batteries for its first semi-truck model, according to people familiar with the matter, a contrast to the company’s earlier statements that it has developed its own battery technology.
Nikola plans to source the core battery technology from California-based Romeo Systems Inc. for both prototypes of its Nikola Tre semi-truck, as well as the final production version, which is expected go on sale in 2021, said one current Nikola employee and another…
