Tesla launched high-volume production of the Tesla Semi at its Nevada factory, which can build 50,000 trucks annually. The redesigned truck features 4680 battery cells, electric steering, and a new thermal system, with deliveries starting now to customers including PepsiCo, DHL, and US Foods. Tesla emphasizes vertical integration and claims the Semi offers lower operating costs than diesel trucks through cheaper electricity versus fuel.
Tesla began volume production of its long-delayed Semi truck in April 2026, nearly a decade after its 2017 concept debut. The company announced major customers including PepsiCo and DHL at a factory event, with two models offering 325 and 500 miles of range, though pricing and order details remained undisclosed.
Xiaomi unveiled its 18 Pro series phones featuring Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset and privacy-focused screens similar to Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra technology. The devices, now available in China with a global release planned later this year, offer granular privacy settings, large AMOLED displays up to 6.9 inches with 120Hz refresh rates, and improved battery capacity with fast charging capabilities.
Mercedes-Benz secured first rights to ProLogium's Gen4 solid-state battery cells under a joint testing agreement, building on their partnership since 2016. ProLogium is scaling production across facilities in Taiwan and France, with Gen4 cells offering 400 Wh/kg energy density and ultra-fast 6.4-minute charging. Mercedes plans to launch its first solid-state battery-powered vehicle by 2030.
An industrial energy community allows a solar-equipped warehouse with daytime energy surplus to share electricity with a distribution hub that needs power at night, enabling both parties to benefit economically compared to grid rates. Energy sharing operates through the grid via the distribution system operator, matching production and consumption on 15-minute intervals using allocation keys to distribute shared energy fairly among members.
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Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi 18 Pro series will launch on September 23 in China, joining Oppo and Vivo's flagship launches this week. The phones will feature 200 MP cameras, 2 nm chipsets, and larger batteries up to 8,500 mAh.
EV charging involves unavoidable losses as electricity is transmitted and converted from grid AC to battery DC. Testing shows AC Level 1/2 chargers typically lose 14–20 percent of electricity to heat, conversion, and thermal management, while DC fast chargers lose approximately 10 percent. Using dedicated wall-mounted chargers significantly reduces losses compared to household outlets.