Tesla to install Semi Chargers at Pilot locations

Pilot Travel Centers has partnered with Tesla to install Semi Chargers at select US locations along I-5, I-10 and other major corridors, with the first sites expected to open in summer 2026. Construction will begin in the first half of 2026 at travel centres across California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.

Each location will host four to eight charging stalls using Tesla’s V4 cabinet technology, delivering up to 1.2 megawatts of power per stall. Tesla has stated that the majority of a Semi truck’s 500-mile range can be recovered in a 30-minute charge session, matching a normal mandated break period for professional drivers.

The network will initially focus on providing charging infrastructure for Tesla’s Semi trucks, with potential future expansion to support heavy-duty electric vehicles from other manufacturers.

In a statement, Shannon Sturgil, Senior Vice President, Alternative Fuels at Pilot, said: “Helping to shape the future of energy is a strategic pillar in meeting the needs of our guests and the North American transportation industry. Heavy-duty charging is yet another extension of our exploration into alternative fuel offerings, and we’re happy to partner with a leader in the space that provides turnkey solutions and deploys them quickly.”

Source: Pilot