TESLA'S FULL UPDATE ON SEMI: DAN PRIESTLEY'S FULL PRESENTATION - CHARGING, CUSTOMERS, & CHALLENGES

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Tesla's Senior Manager of Semi Engineering, Dan Priestley, presented a comprehensive update on the electric semi-truck program at the ACT Expo. The presentation detailed significant progress, including 3.5 million miles accumulated in real-world use, with a focus on operational equivalence to diesel trucks. Key highlights include the truck's efficiency (averaging 1.7 kWh/mile), high uptime (over 95%), and the development of Tesla's Mega Charging Network, which enables fast charging and operational parity. Priestley emphasized Tesla's commitment to scaling production, with a new Nevada factory targeting 50,000 units annually by 2026, and addressed challenges related to charging infrastructure and industry-wide adoption. The presentation underscored Tesla's vertical integration and its strategy to support customers through charging, service, and direct sales, aiming to accelerate the transition to electric heavy-duty transport.