The Tesla Semi is gaining momentum. Two major logistics companies – ArcBest and thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services – recently completed extensive, multi-week pilot programs with the all-electric truck. The results? Consistently positive.
ArcBest masters Donner Pass
The American logistics company ArcBest tested the Tesla Semi over a period of three weeks, covering 4,494 miles – about 321 miles per day. An impressive energy efficiency of only 1.55 kWh per mile was achieved. For comparison: A Tesla Model 3 requires about 0.25 kWh per mile.
The Semi also managed challenging terrain – including the 2,200-meter-high Donner Pass. ArcBest found that the Semi's performance was comparable to diesel-powered trucks. Particularly praised were:
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The central driver’s seat with excellent all-around visibility
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The intuitive operation
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The high driving comfort and safety features
Drivers were consistently enthusiastic.
thyssenkrupp: “A natural fit”
Also, thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services in California tested the Tesla Semi for three weeks as part of a winter deployment. A total of almost 5,000 miles was covered – regularly over the steep Altamont Pass.
The feedback was so positive that thyssenkrupp has already announced plans to integrate its own Tesla Semi fleet into its logistics processes.
Bob Denehy, Chief Commercial Officer of thyssenkrupp, stated:
“The Tesla Semi fits perfectly with our strategy: more sustainable, more efficient, and with less environmental impact.”
Another milestone for the Tesla Semi
Dan Priestley, head of the Tesla Semi program, emphasized that these partnerships are part of the overarching Tesla strategy: The electrification of the entire supply chain – including its own partners. The benefits are clear:
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Lower operating costs
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Higher reliability
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Strengthening of own sustainability goals
With the successful completion of these two large-scale pilot programs, it's clear: The Tesla Semi is ready for the next step. Series production is set to start at the end of 2025 – then also for companies outside the previous pilot projects.
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