Kyle heads to ACT in Las Vegas, NV to check out the newest updated design of the Tesla Semi long range. There are so many changes between the beta initial builds and the start of production variant, it’s very impressive. Enjoy the video with Dan Priestley who is responsible for the Semi program at Tesla.
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Tesla Semi pre-orders are currently seeing high demand, with recent orders exceeding 430 units from companies like WattEV, Big F Transport, and N/A Container Freight in early 2026, building on early reservations from Walmart, PepsiCo, and Sysco. Production is scaling at a dedicated Nevada facility with a target of 50,000 units annually.
Key Order & Production Updates (As of May 2026):
Massive New Orders: WattEV recently ordered 370 Tesla Semis, while Big F Transport and NA Container Freight ordered 40 and 20, respectively, demonstrating strong fleet interest.
Production Ramp: Tesla is transitioning from pilot production to high-volume production at a new facility in Sparks, Nevada, aiming for 50,000 units per year.
Deliveries: Deliveries for these recent orders are set to begin in 2026, with full fleets expected to be operational by the end of 2027.
Estimated Price: The Long Range (500-mile) model is listed around $290,000–$300,000, while the Standard Range (300-mile) version is around $260,000.
Performance & Design: Updated models are 1,000 pounds lighter with better aerodynamic efficiency, and the company has introduced a “Mega Charger” network for rapid charging.
How to Pre-order
Reservations can be placed on the official Tesla website with an initial $5,000 credit card payment, followed by a $15,000 wire transfer for the first truck, and $20,000 for each additional truck
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