Tesla Ramps Semi Production with Pricing, Pilots and Charger Deals Revealed

Tesla is ramping Semi production at Gigafactory Nevada, with the first truck off the high-volume line, pricing at $300,000 for long-range and $260,000 for 300-mile models, MDB Transportation pilots underway, and Pilot Travel Centers set to install chargers this summer. The milestone began April 29, 2026, confirming 500-mile range and deliveries this year, alongside thousands of pre-orders and PepsiCo's real-world usage. Updates include stock up 3.9% last week, $573M intercompany sales, but capex over $25B signaling negative 2026 free cash flow.