Overview
- Elon Musk said on X that the Class 8 Tesla Semi will enter high‑volume production in 2026.
- Tesla’s updated website lists two trims—Standard Range at 325 miles and Long Range at 500 miles—with rated efficiency of 1.7 kWh per mile.
- Both variants support megawatt‑class charging with 60% range recovered in 30 minutes, and the Long Range model lists a 1.2 MW peak under MCS 3.2.
- A dedicated factory adjacent to Gigafactory Nevada is under construction, with reports citing a target capacity of up to 50,000 units per year and a 2026 ramp.
- Early pilots delivered roughly 200 trucks to partners such as PepsiCo and DHL, with DHL reporting 1.72 kWh per mile while hauling 75,000 pounds over a 390‑mile route.