THE TRUTH ABOUT 2024 TESLA SEMI'S PERFORMANCE: WHAT HAPPENED WITH ELON MUSK AND TESLA NOW?

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The 2024 Tesla Semi faces significant production hurdles, primarily due to Tesla's focus on Cybertruck demand and challenges with 4680 battery production, particularly industrial-scale dry coating for the cathode. While the Semi boasts impressive performance capabilities, with a potential 1,500 horsepower, its full output is currently limited to preserve tire durability. Mass production targets of 100 units per month are met with skepticism, exacerbated by a 7-year delay since its announcement and only 100 units produced to date. The charging infrastructure, centered around expensive Mega Chargers ($1-2 million installation), presents another challenge, with potential costs for drivers ranging from $0.07/kWh to higher rates including demand charges. However, the Semi shows promise in cold weather, with its large battery generating waste heat that can warm the cabin, potentially mitigating range loss more effectively than anticipated. Despite these challenges, Tesla is investing $3.6 billion in Giga Nevada for Semi production and battery upgrades, with Panasonic expanding its 2170 battery production there. The vehicle's estimated price ranges from $150,000 to $180,000.