Thousands of New Hires at Tesla for Speedy Semi-Truck Manufacturing in Nevada: Source Claims
Tesla's Electric Semi Truck Steps Closer to Mass Production
Tesla's much-anticipated electric Semi truck is making significant strides towards mass production, with the company hiring over 1,000 new workers at its Gigafactory in Sparks, Nevada.
The production facility for the Tesla Semi is now under construction at the Nevada Gigafactory, marking a major milestone in the project's development. The structure of the Semi truck production facility is now complete, and production equipment is being installed.
Tesla aims to begin initial truck production by the end of 2025 and ramp up to full-scale manufacturing in 2026. This ambitious timeline was reiterated by Elon Musk in August 2025.
The Semi truck features a massive battery pack made up of tens of thousands of individual cells. This cutting-edge technology has been a hallmark of Tesla's electric vehicles, and the Semi is no exception.
The Semi was unveiled in 2017, with first small deliveries occurring in December 2022. Since then, only a handful of customers have received units, mainly for testing and operational data gathering with companies like PepsiCo. In the months following the initial delivery, more Tesla Semi trucks were delivered to PepsiCo.
Tesla's Semi program currently has over 80 open roles for manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance positions. Prior to this hiring surge, fewer than 100 workers had been dedicated to the Semi program. The new hires have been onboarded in recent months and provided with factory tours and training.
Other major companies, including Walmart, Sysco, and Costco, have also taken delivery of Tesla Semi trucks. These early deliveries are part of a larger strategy to gather data and refine the Semi's performance in real-world conditions.
The development of the Semi has not been without its challenges. Battery supply constraints and broader logistical challenges have caused multiple delays in the production timeline. However, Tesla is constructing a new factory at the Nevada Gigafactory, designed exclusively for Semi truck production. This dedicated facility is expected to eventually produce up to 50,000 Class 8 electric trucks per year, although initial output will be lower while ramping up.
Tesla recently released a video update confirming the progress of the new Semi truck production facility. The video showcases the ongoing construction and installation of production equipment, signalling a clear commitment to the project.
As Tesla moves closer to mass production of the Semi, the company is also developing the Megacharger high-speed charging network specialized for heavy-duty fleet needs. This charging infrastructure is crucial for supporting the Semi's ambitious production timeline and ensuring the success of the project.
In summary, Tesla’s Semi is transitioning from prototype and limited deliveries to planned mass production in 2026 at a new dedicated factory. Scaling efforts and charging infrastructure support are underway, positioning Tesla for a significant entry into the electric truck market.
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