Tesla's Semi-Truck enters partnership with Uber Freight, aiming to accelerate the usage of electric trucks.
Uber Freight and Tesla Partner to Boost Electric Truck Adoption
Uber Freight, the digital freight brokerage arm of Uber Technologies, has announced a partnership with Tesla to accelerate the adoption of electric Class 8 trucks. The partnership centres around the Dedicated EV Fleet Accelerator Program, designed to make it easier for carriers to integrate Tesla's Semi trucks into their operations.
The Tesla Semi is at the heart of this new initiative. Capable of driving up to 500 miles on a single charge, the Semi boasts rapid 1.2 MW charging and a payload capacity of 45,000-47,000 lbs. The Semi's impressive performance was evident during a two-month trial, during which it logged over 12,000 miles across Uber Freight's shipper network, with an average energy consumption of 1.72 kWh per mile.
ArcBest, a leading logistics company, has already completed a successful pilot program with the Tesla Semi this summer. The company praised the Semi's performance and reliability across demanding routes, highlighting significant savings on fuel and maintenance during the trial, pointing to the long-term cost advantages of going electric.
Participating carriers in the program will also gain access to Uber Freight's extensive shipper base. In addition, the program offers direct insights from Tesla on cost of ownership assumptions to help carriers optimize their operations. Uber Freight guarantees freight demand to carriers through dedicated contracts as part of the program.
The Tesla Semi factory in Nevada will further position the truck as a cornerstone of the shift to zero-emission freight. California and Texas, leading markets in the trucking industry, are expected to benefit significantly from this partnership, potentially helping more carriers make the switch to electric trucks sooner.
While specific companies involved in real-world trials of the Tesla Semi are not detailed in the provided search results, it is known that PepsiCo has been operating the Semi for the past couple of years. The Tesla Semi's potential to revolutionize the trucking industry and contribute to a greener future is undeniable.
The program provides subsidies on Semi purchases to participating carriers, making the transition to electric trucks more accessible and attractive for businesses. As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, partnerships like this one between Uber Freight and Tesla are crucial in driving the shift to zero-emission freight.
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