Uber Freight has partnered with Tesla to launch a program aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric heavy-duty trucks in U.S. supply chains, the companies announced Tuesday.
The Dedicated EV Fleet Accelerator Program, unveiled at the Deliver 2025 conference, offers companies subsidized pricing on Tesla Semis alongside dedicated freight contracts, reducing upfront costs and ensuring immediate fleet utilization.
“This first-of-its-kind buyer’s program is designed to make electric freight more affordable and accessible by addressing key adoption barriers,” Uber Freight said.
A two-month pilot on California routes showed promising results, with Tesla Semis covering 12,377 miles over 394 hours of operation and averaging energy use of 1.72 kWh per mile. Charging accounted for just 60 hours, underscoring efficiency on high-demand freight lanes.
Early adopters reported significant cost savings. “Running electric trucks in Northern California was new territory for us, but the cost savings quickly became clear,” said New Legend, one of the pilot participants.
The Tesla Semi offers a range of up to 500 miles, a payload capacity of up to 47,000 pounds, and ultra-fast charging at 1.2 MW. Operating costs per mile are substantially lower than diesel trucks, with charging costs estimated at 20–30% of diesel fuel and maintenance expenses reduced by about 40%.
