Tesla Semi Unveiling
Musk ended the evening by showing a brand-new roadster, which he said will be the fastest production sports car in the world. Photo: Jack Roberts
Musk showed two prototyle trucks during the vehicle launch in Los Angeles. Photo: Jack Roberts
There's no engine up front. Instead, the Semi's "hood" opens up to reveal a luggage and storage bay. Photo: Tesla
According to Musk, a 15-minute charge will add an additional 100 miles to the Semi's range in daily operations. Photo: Tesla
The Tesla Semi's spartan interior features ample storage space. Photo: Tesla
The cab features a center-mounted driver's seat, which Musk said gives superior visibility to the front and sides. Photo: Tesla
The press conference, held at night in Los Angeles, was attended by Tesla fans and journalists from around the world. Photo: Jack Roberts
The truck features a highly aerodynamic, modern design. Photo: Tesla
In a wild press launch, Tesla founder and CEO finally showed his vision of trucking to the world.
Photo: Jack Roberts
Orders are already pooring in for the new electric truck, which Musk said will go into production in late 2018.
The driver's controls are at once futuristic and minimalistic. Photo: Tesla
Tesla engineers determined that aerodynamics were important - even for electric trucks. Photo: Tesla
For now, the Semi is only being offered in a day cab configuration. Photo: Tesla
Musk says his new truck will be able to cruise 600 miles on a single battery charge. Photo: Tesla
For most of 2017, this teaser image was all we had to go on with Tesla's promised Semi truck.
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