Tesla has officially launched a new “Semi Charging for Business” program that allows companies to install charging infrastructure for their heavy-duty trucks at their own sites. The move mirrors Tesla’s earlier strategy with passenger vehicles and their “Supercharger for Business” program, and comes after the class 8 electric truck finally entered high-volume production this week.
As part of the announcement, Tesla also unveiled a new, smaller ‘Basecharger‘ for Semi, which forms part of the program alongside the existing Megacharger.
Built for high-throughput trucking
Tesla’s new offering is aimed at logistics companies, fleet operators, and even fuel retailers looking to support the transition to electric trucking. Businesses can purchase and install Megacharger stations directly, with Tesla providing the hardware, software, and ongoing service support.
Much like its Supercharger network, Tesla is leaning heavily on vertical integration. That includes in-house power electronics, software, and network operations, all designed to simplify deployment while maintaining reliability.
The Megacharger system uses a centralized cabinet capable of delivering up to 1.2 MW shared across two charging posts, capable of adding up to 60% of range in just 30 minutes. Tesla says the system achieves more than 96% efficiency, while its liquid-cooled design eliminates the need for complex ventilation systems.
Then there’s the new Basecharger, designed for locations where trucks are parked for longer periods. Delivering up to 125 kW of power, the Basecharger is a standalone unit and can add roughly 60% of range in about 4 hours, making it ideal for depots, warehouses, and overnight fleet operations.
Tesla says initial deliveries of Basecharger equipment are expected to begin in early 2027, while Megachargers are available immediately.
Full-service model with high uptime
Tesla is positioning Megacharger for Business as a turnkey solution. Site hosts can monitor performance, set pricing, and track utilization through a dedicated management portal, while Tesla handles maintenance, diagnostics, and driver support.
The company says it can guarantee uptime of 97% or higher, supported by over-the-air (OTA) updates and real-time monitoring, just like how it manages its global Supercharger network.
Pricing and deployment details revealed
Alongside the launch, Tesla has also provided the first look at pricing for its Semi charging solutions.
For high-speed charging, a Megacharger setup starts at US$188,000 for a configuration that includes one cabinet and two charging posts. That total breaks down to US$179,000 for the hardware, plus US$6,000 in services and US$3,000 in shipping, with taxes and installation costs not included.
Tesla says larger deployments are supported, with businesses able to scale up to as many as 100 Megacharger posts, bringing total hardware costs into the multi-million dollar range.
On the other end of the spectrum, the Basecharger offers a significantly lower-cost entry point. A two-unit setup starts at around US$40,000, including US$31,000 for the chargers themselves, plus the same US$6,000 service fee and US$3,000 shipping cost.
Growing interest in electric trucking infrastructure
The launch comes as interest in electric trucking infrastructure begins to accelerate. Tesla Charging director Max de Zegher noted that, unlike the early days of passenger EV charging, companies are now actively looking to invest in heavy-duty charging solutions.
“We’ll be building out Megachargers either way, but if other companies are investing in private or public Semi charging, consider doing it with the very best hardware, software & service,” he said.
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