PODCAST: TESLA SEMI EVENT, TESLA DISCOUNT, MODEL 3 REDESIGN, AND MORE

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The Electrek Podcast covers significant Tesla news, focusing heavily on the Tesla Semi's delivery event. The hosts highlight the Semi's impressive 500-mile range, its 1000-volt powertrain, and the introduction of megawatt charging, which will also benefit the Cybertruck. While the Semi delivers on promises, key details like pricing and the exact curb weight remain unconfirmed, impacting its economic viability for fleet operators. The podcast also touches on Tesla's Model 3 'Project Highland' redesign, aiming for reduced complexity and a more minimalist interior, and addresses Tesla's recent $3,750 discount in the US to counter cancellations ahead of the new tax credits. Other topics include a debunked report of a Tesla semiconductor joint venture and Tesla's charging stations now being sold at Best Buy.