Tesla Semi
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Tesla Semi: The Electric Heavy-Duty Truck
The Tesla Semi is the company's all-electric Class 8 heavy-duty truck, aiming to bring long range and low operating costs to freight transport.
Unveiled in 2017 and entering initial deliveries in 2022, the Tesla Semi targets the demanding world of long-haul freight. Tesla claims a range of up to 500 miles on a charge when fully loaded, a figure designed to make electric trucking viable for many routes.
The Semi features a distinctive central driving position, a streamlined aerodynamic cab, and multiple independent motors for strong performance and hill-climbing ability even at full weight. Tesla emphasizes lower energy and maintenance costs compared with diesel as a key selling point for fleet operators.
By electrifying one of the most fuel-intensive segments of transport, the Semi represents an ambitious effort to cut emissions and operating costs in the logistics industry, with major companies among its early customers.