Tesla Semi Chargers Planned For Pilot Travel Centers - CleanTechnica

Pilot Travel Centers, the largest travel center network in North America with over 900 locations, has partnered with Tesla to install Tesla Semi chargers at select centers in California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. These chargers will be strategically placed along major transportation routes such as California’s I-5 and I-10 freeways. Each Pilot location will feature 4 to 8 charging stalls capable of delivering 1.2 MW of power, primarily intended for Tesla Semi trucks, with potential future compatibility for other electric heavy-duty trucks. This development supports the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), particularly in the heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) segment, which has seen rapid sales growth in recent years. Although the Tesla Semi, first announced in 2017, has faced production delays with expected availability around spring 2026, the installation of these chargers suggests anticipation of increased Tesla Semi deployment alongside other electric big rigs. The expansion of charging infrastructure at Pilot centers aligns with broader trends in electric