After years of waiting for delivery Tesla Semi should start before the very end of the year!
The Tesla Semi will finally appear on our roads by the end of 2022
According to the first information, the first machines should be delivered to the beverage wholesaler in December next year Pepsi.
We will remind, the Californian businessman Elon Musk has already shown prototypes of a 100% electric truck for the first time in 2017. Serial version from his aerodynamic driver’s cabin and his large LED strips L-shaped, also known since 2019.
After many announcements, the project around the truck slowed down in favor of the production of batteries for Model 3 and Model Y.
We are pleased to announce the start of Tesla Semi Truck production with deliveries to @Pepsi December 1! pic.twitter.com/gq0l73iGRW
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 6, 2022
An ultra-high-tech, driver-centric truck
The passenger compartment is created almost specifically for the driver is alone. Because yes, driving a single-seater!
There are two large screens on either side of the center seat to touchsquels we need to be able to quickly access the navigation system or fleet management system.
Various assistance systems, such as the famous “autopilot”, keep the Semi at the right speed, in its lane and even autonomously in a convoy.
Many cameras also signal danger.
More than 800 kilometers of autonomy?
Regarding the engine/battery pair, two electric units and huge lithium battery allow the Tesla Semi to reach 500 miles… approx 805 km ! And all this even with a full load, that is, with a total weight of approx 40 tons…
However, is it enough to become a real alternative for long trips? However, the battery can restore full autonomy in just 30 minutes thanks to the megacharger.
Finally, an electric truckElon Musk impresses with its acceleration values. According to Tesla, the Semi is capable of achieving 100 km/h only without trailer 5 seconds. And with more than 36 tons of cargo, it takes only 15 seconds longer.
In addition, the Semi is also capable of climbing slopes 5% at 105 km/h, which is already difficult for traditional trucks. In contrast, the Semi must be able to recover 98% of braking energy to charge its batteries.
Regarding the price, booking is currently available if you pay an amount 20,000 USD. For the version with a range of 300 miles (480 km), the base price is shown at 150,000 USD. 500 miles (800 km) range required 200,000 USD.
Source: Auto Plus
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