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Automotive & Parts #electric trucking#tesla semi
Tesla Semi Demo Projects $0.65 Per-Mile Savings; Charging Gaps Linger
FreightWaves reports that Intracoastal Trucking's two-week Tesla Semi demo projects $0.65 per mile in fuel and maintenance savings. The carrier plans five trucks for 2027 if economics hold. However, charging infrastructure and real-world range remain challenges.
Aug 17, 2026 1 source
Manufacturing Automotive & Parts #electric vehicle#ev
Slate EV Truck Hits $24,950 Price With 205-Mile Range, Targets Manufacturing Disruption
Slate, an EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, launched the most affordable electric truck in the US at $24,950. The base model gets a 37% range boost to 205 miles, and the company claims 180,000 reservations. With half the parts of a typical pickup and a DIY repair program, Slate's approach could challenge conventional truck manufacturing.
Jun 24, 2026 1 source