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Big Rigs · Nationwide · October 23, 2026

Tesla Says Its Electric Semi Is Now in Volume Production, With Capacity for 25,000 Trucks a Year

Tesla says volume production of its electric Semi began in Q3 in Nevada, with capacity for 25,000 trucks a year. It did not say how many it has built so far.

Big Rigs · Nationwide · October 23, 2026

Trailer Orders Jump 385% as Class 8 Truck Orders Send Mixed Signals

FTR says U.S. trailer orders hit 43,059 in September, up 385% from a year ago and the most since 2022, while two firms disagree on Class 8 truck orders.

Big Rigs · Nationwide · October 23, 2026

Used Sleeper Truck Prices Hold Firm as New Drivers Seek Clean Trucks

J.D. Power says used sleeper retail prices slipped only about 0.5% in September, partly because more new drivers need clean used trucks. Here are the numbers.

A row of polished vintage semi trucks with long hoods and chrome stacks parked on grass at an outdoor truck show

Big Rigs · Nationwide · October 23, 2026

Classic Semi Trucks Every Big Rig Fan Should Know

A look back at classic semi trucks that shaped American trucking, from the Mack B series and R series to the Peterbilt 359 and 379 and Kenworth W900.

Big Rigs · Texas · October 22, 2026

Kodiak Driverless Semi Stays Powered On for 64 Days as Texas I-45 Launch Nears

Kodiak AI says one of its driverless trucks stayed powered on and ready to work for 64 straight days in the Permian Basin as it prepares a Dallas-Houston launch on I-45.