Tesla Semi enters mass production and secures largest order of 500 units
Tesla began mass production of the Semi on April 29, 2026, at Gigafactory 1 in Nevada after nearly four years of pilot production. The Semi is offered in two versions: Standard Range with 325 miles range and a 548 kWh battery, and Long Range with 500 miles and an 822 kWh battery. Tesla recently received its largest order to date: 500 units for Einride, a Swedish company that will operate these electric trucks on US routes for clients like Amazon, with deliveries starting in September. Additional large orders from clients like PepsiCo, Frito-Lay, and DHL are anticipated.
- Semi mass production started on April 29, 2026
- Record order of 500 units for Einride, deliveries begin in September
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