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Tesla's Upcoming Electric Big Rig Is Already a Hit with Truckers
slashdot_org17d ago

Tesla's Upcoming Electric Big Rig Is Already a Hit with Truckers

"After nearly a decade of delays and industry skepticism, Tesla's electric big rig is finally rolling out of Nevada's Gigafactory for mass production starting summer 2026," writes Gadget Review. And some truckers who tested the vehicles already love them (as reported by the Wall Street Journal): Dakota Shearer and Angel Rodriguez, among other pilot drivers, rave about the centered cab that eliminates blind spots during tight maneuvers. The automatic transmission means no more wrestling with 13-gear diesels, reducing physical stress on long hauls. Most surprisingly, the Semi maintains highway speeds on grades where diesel trucks typically crawl at 30 mph. The 500-mile range enables multiple daily round-trips — think Long Beach to Vegas or Inland Empire runs — without range anxiety... Sure, the Semi costs under $300,000 — roughly double a diesel equivalent — but the math gets interesting quickly. Energy costs drop to $0.17 per mile compared to $0.50-0.70 for diesel fuel. Maintenance requirements shrink dramatically; one fleet reports needing just one mechanic for their electric trucks versus five for 40 diesels... Tesla offers Standard Range (325 miles) and Long Range (500 miles) versions, both handling 82,000-pound gross combined weight at 1.7 kWh per mile efficiency. The tri-motor setup delivers 800 kW — over 1,000 horsepower equivalent — enabling loaded 0-60 mph acceleration in 20 seconds versus 45-60 for diesel. Fast charging hits 60% capacity in 30 minutes [which Tesla says is 4x faster than other battery-electric trucks] using the new MCS 3.2 standard, while 25 kW ePTO power runs refrigerated trailers without diesel auxiliaries. Charging networks remain the biggest hurdle for widespread adoption. Public charging stations lack the Semi's massive power requirements, limiting long-haul routes. Tesla plans dedicated fast-charging corridors starting this summer, but coverage remains spotty. The lack of sleeper cabs also restricts the Semi to regional freight rather than cross-country hauling. Production scales to 5,000-15,000 units by 2026, then 50,000 annually — assuming charging infrastructure keeps pace with demand. Thanks to long-time Slashdot reader schwit1 for sharing the article. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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New Crypto March 2026: Pepeto Gains as the $45B Meme Coin Market Seeks Utility
techbullion17d ago

New Crypto March 2026: Pepeto Gains as the $45B Meme Coin Market Seeks Utility

Bitcoin holds above $70,700 as the market searches for its next catalyst. Today, $1.2 billion in BTC options and $680 million in ETH options are expiring. This expiration creates the kind of volatility that separates the investors who freeze from those who position. According to CoinDesk, short term turbulence is forcing out weak hands. Meanwhile, [...] The post New Crypto March 2026: Pepeto Gains as the $45B Meme Coin Market Seeks Utility appeared first on TechBullion .

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Hermès Launches $5,150 MagSafe Charger That Costs More Than an iPhone
iclarified17d ago

Hermès Launches $5,150 MagSafe Charger That Costs More Than an iPhone

Hermès has introduced a new collection of luxury MagSafe chargers for Apple devices, led by a $5,150 bundle that costs more than a fully loaded iPhone 17 Pro. The release expands the brand's long-running Apple partnership with a lineup of leather-wrapped charging accessories positioned at the very high end of the market. Continue Reading Spotlight Deal: AirPods Pro 3 Still $199.99 on Amazon ($50 Off) [Deal] Share Article: Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Reddit , Email Follow iClarified: Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Newsletter , App Store , YouTube

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