The Future of Trucking
The Future of Trucking
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It's a Beast
More powerful, more efficient and fully electric. Semi is the future of trucking.
November 16, 2017
Tesla Semi & Roadster Unveil
Semi Specs
Fully Loaded at 82k lbs Gross Combination Weight
- Mile Range
Approximately 300 or 500 miles
- 0-60 mph
20 seconds
- Speed Up a 5% Grade
Highway speed limit
- Powertrain
3 independent motors on rear axles
- Energy Consumption
Less than 2 kWh per mile
- Fast Charging
Up to 70% of range in 30 minutes
- Fuel Savings (est.)
Up to $200,000 over 3 years
*Based on average diesel prices in California between February 2022–July 2022 and typical electric rates.
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The Tesla Semi is a Class 8 electric truck with production planned for 2019.
The truck will start at an expected base price of $150,000 for a 300-mile range battery. Trucks with a 500-mile range battery will be priced from $180,000. The first 1,000 semis will be labeled “Founder’s Series” and start at $200,000.
Reservations for the truck are $20,000. Founder’s Series models require the full $200,000. The Tesla Semi’s height, weight, length, battery capacity and construction materials all remain undisclosed at this time.
Based on the prototype trucks shown, the Tesla Semi is expected to feature sleek styling. There are few protrusions. Only side mirrors and a pair of cameras are mounted to the cab.
The Tesla Semi is expected to run on a global network of solar-powered “megachargers” that do not currently exist. Details for the logistics of the megachargers have not been released. Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk has said that megacharger use will cost 7 cents per kilowatt.
The Tesla Semi will feature Enhanced Autopilot technology. On Tesla passenger cars, Enhanced Autopilot includes self-driving capabilities that can steer the vehicle around corners and keep it in its lane. It can match speed to traffic conditions, decelerate down to a stop and begin again when traffic moves. It can change lanes and exit freeways without driver input.
When grouped together, Tesla Semis will be capable of “platooning.” This allows multiple trucks to connect to one another digitally and follow at close distances for improved safety and fuel efficiency.
What are the known Tesla Semi specifications?
All Models
(Specific Tesla Semi specifications depend upon the model)*
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph:
5 seconds
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph with an 80,000-pound load:
20 seconds
Top speed on a 5 percent grade:
65 mph
Battery range:
300 or 500 miles
Powertrain:
Four independent motors on rear axles
Energy consumption:
Less than 2 kWh/mile
Estimated operating costs:
$1.26 per mile
Estimated fuel savings:
$200,000+
Expected base price (300-mile range):
$150,000
Expected price (500-mile range):
$180,000
Expected price (Founder’s Series):
$200,000
Base reservation:
$20,000
Founder’s Series reservation:
$200,000
*does not include Chassis Cab models