The highly anticipated Tesla Semi has again drawn attention with the release of the Tesla iOS App v4.14.3, which shows new images of a 3D model.
Exposed exterior and interior features
As per InsideEVs, several Tesla fans and app users noticed the images. Interestingly, the said images exposed a number of Class 8 electric truck‘s exterior and interior features:
| Exterior | Interior |
| · “suicide door” · front trunk · wide side mirrors (because North American law forbids the use of cameras in place of mirrors) · innovative windshield wipers · overall highly aerodynamic shape with simple lines · charging flap with a new charging inlet behind the cab ready for megawatt-level charging | · Two large screens are located on either side of the central driver’s seat. They display side-camera views, general vehicle information, and navigation. · two wireless phone charging bays · some storage · cup holders on the right side · a sizable sun visor is located above the driver and spans almost the full width of the cab · a folding passenger seat |
It is worth noting that Tesla’s Semi and smart cars are very comparable to one another generally. That said, the screens, steering wheel, and wireless charging pads look to be instances of a typical design aesthetic.
What is known so far about the Tesla Semi?
The delivery date for the Tesla Semi has been scheduled for December 1, 2022.
As for the specs, the latest information is as follows (August 2022):
| Specifications | |
| Load capacity | 82,000 lbs (37,195 kg) Gross Combination Weight |
| Range | Around 300 miles (483 km) or 500 miles (804 km)(two battery options) |
| Energy Consumption: | less than 2 kWh/mile (1.24 kWh/km) |
| Estimated battery capacity (based on range and energy consumption): | 600 kWh or 1,000 kWh (1 MWh) |
| Speed up a 5% Grade: | Highway speed limit |
| Powertrain: | 3 independent motors on rear axles (vs. four motors in the initial specs in 2017) |
| Fast Charging: | up to 70% of range in 30 minutes |
| Estimated average charging power in 70% SOC window (based on specs): | 600 kWh battery: 840 kW1,000 kWh battery: 1,400 kW (1.4 MW) |
| Fuel Savings (est.): | up to $200,000 over 3 years |
Meanwhile, the initial prices unveiled in 2017 were provided by the report, as shown below:
- Expected Base Price (300-mile range) – $150,000
- Expected Base Price (500-mile range) – $180,000
- Base Reservation – $20,000
- Expected Founders Series Price – $200,000
- Founders Series Reservation – $200,000
* Prices displayed in USD. International pricing will vary.
