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 delivered its first all-electric Semi trucks after a decade of delays since the 2017 reveal, with a new factory in Reno capable of producing 50,000 trucks annually. The long-range version travels 500+ miles per charge and costs nearly $300,000 before incentives, addressing heavy-truck emissions which account for 16% of total trucking emissions despite being just 1% of vehicles on the road.
Tesla delivered its first all-electric Semi trucks after nearly a decade of delays since the 2017 reveal. The 500-mile-range vehicle costs roughly $300,000 before incentives and is produced at a new Reno factory expected to build up to 50,000 trucks annually. The launch addresses heavy-duty trucking emissions, which account for 16% of transportation emissions despite representing only 1% of vehicles.
Tesla launched high-volume production of the Tesla Semi at a new Nevada factory capable of building 50,000 trucks annually, seven years after the 2017 unveiling. The redesigned truck features 4680 battery cells, electric steering, and a thermal management system, with Tesla claiming 98% fleet uptime and major orders from PepsiCo, DHL, US Foods, and others.
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.
Tesla will hold an event Thursday at 9 p.m. ET to showcase its new Semi truck factory in Sparks, Nevada, following recent demonstrations of the Cybercab robotaxi in Austin and preceding other model showcases. The company's stock has declined amid the parade of new vehicle announcements.