Shipper alliance Z-Scale has placed an order for 2,500 electric Class 8 trucks from Tesla, described as the largest electric truck order in U.S. history. Run jointly by Smart Freight Centre and Catalyst Mobility, the program pools demand from shippers such as PepsiCo, Microsoft, IKEA and Red Bull to send a large-scale purchasing signal to truck makers. The program's total goal is 10,000 trucks, with the 2,500-unit order as the first round. The article says the core problem is that battery-electric Class 8 trucks have historically cost three times as much as comparable diesel trucks, leaving carriers reluctant to invest and manufacturers unable to price competitively without high volumes. Tesla was chosen through a competitive RFP judged on price, performance, production capability and maintenance support, while Kenworth, Bright/BYD and Volvo were prequalified for carriers preferring alternatives.
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| Market | US stocks |
|---|---|
| Sector | Consumer Discretionary |
| Industry | Automobile Manufacturers |
| Market cap | $1.6T |
| Close on 10/30/2026 | 399.82 |
| Change that session | -0.86% |
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