Tesla has announced that high-volume production of its electric Semi truck will begin this year, with final specifications now revealed for upcoming customer deliveries. CEO Elon Musk shared the news on X, highlighting the redesigned model's efficiency and autonomy features. The update comes amid testing near Tesla's facilities in Nevada and California.
Tesla Semi Enters High-Volume Production Phase
On February 8, 2026, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, posted on X: "Tesla Semi starts high volume production this year." This announcement aligns with updates to Tesla's official Semi website, disclosing final specs for two production trims ahead of deliveries in the coming months.
The Standard Range trim offers an estimated 325 miles of range at a full 82,000-pound gross combination weight, with a curb weight under 20,000 pounds. The Long Range version extends to 500 miles, though its curb weight is 23,000 pounds. Both share an efficiency of 1.7 kWh per mile, powered by three independent motors on the rear axles delivering up to 800 kW of drive power. They support electric Power Take Off (ePTO) up to 25 kW for auxiliary equipment and are designed for autonomy, supporting Tesla's self-driving ambitions in commercial transport.
Charging capabilities include MCS 3.2 compatibility, replenishing up to 60% of range in 30 minutes. The Long Range model peaks at 1.2 megawatts, while the Standard Range's peak rate remains undisclosed.
Tesla unveiled the original Semi in 2017, with pilot production starting in 2022. PepsiCo ordered an initial batch of 100 trucks, and an unmanned version was presented in 2018. The redesigned model, revealed last fall, features a more efficient powertrain, higher payload, and exterior inspired by the Model Y. Recent sightings of testing near Nevada's Semi facilities and Fremont factory indicate production readiness.
If the Semi meets these specs in fleet operations, it could transform long-haul trucking by reducing costs and emissions, bolstering Tesla's energy and autonomy goals. No contradictions appear in the specs across sources, though one report mentioned halting Model S and X production, unconfirmed elsewhere.
