Pepsi's Tesla Semi Truck spotted in public… and its range is blowing staff away
- The Tesla Semi truck is changing the nature of long-haul transport
- It’s been universally praised for its performance
- Pepsi, the first major client, recently revealed its staggering range
Published on Apr 27, 2025 at 7:14 PM (UTC+4)
by Keelin McNamara
Last updated on Apr 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
The Tesla Semi truck has been extremely popular since its release in 2022.
America’s premier EV marque first unveiled the idea of tackling the big rig in November 2017.
Pepsi was also one of the first companies to publicly use the Tesla Semi truck.
It has recently been spotted in public – and the range of the rig is wowing staff.
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Tesla unveils entry into world of big rigs
Back in 2017, an EV concept prototype of a Tesla Semi was unveiled to the public.
The company promised that it would cost much less to charge than a diesel truck.
In November 2022, Tesla reported that the rig had completed a 500-mile test.
The next month, the first units were delivered to customers.
And the soda brand was the first major corporate client to sign up for the rig, and it was very happy.
Pepsi Vice-President Mike O’Connell stated that the Semi could haul products for around 425 miles, which is pretty impressive.
The truck takes design inspiration from the Japanese Shinkansen bullet trains.
Interestingly, Tesla’s truck is powered by three, carbon-fiber wrapped electric motors.
One motor operates continuously, while the other two provide additional power.
Pepsi thrilled with performance of Semi
As we mentioned, Pepsi was the first major client to sign up for Semi trucks.
And it appears that the soft drink brand is delighted with its choice.
In fact, during the IAA Transportation Conference in Hanover, Germany, praise was high.
Pepsi’s electrification program manager, Dejan Antunovic, spoke about the transition.
He was talking to Dan Priestley, the senior manager of the Semi program at Tesla.
Antunovic described one long-time diesel semi driver as being ‘like a kid in a candy store.’
“There has been this excitement plus just positive reaction”, Antunovic was quoted as saying.
“To my surprise…it has been been a lot smoother and easier for drivers and has been really well received.”
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Keelin McNamara is a content writer at Supercar Blondie from Ireland, covering cars, technology, and lifestyle. Despite being a Law graduate, he discovered his passion for journalism during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has worked in the industry ever since. Outside of work, he is an avid MotoGP fan, and is a self-confessed addict of the sport.
