According to Sawyer Merritt on X, the Tesla Semi completed a 500-mile route at approximately 81,000 lbs gross weight with an energy consumption of about 1.7 kWh per mile, and he notes the EPA does not provide range ratings for electric Class 8 semi trucks. As reported by Sawyer Merritt, the cited 500-mile range figure is based on roughly 82,000 lbs GVW, implying higher range at lighter loads. According to his post, the run serves as a real-world demonstration video of the Tesla Semi’s efficiency, highlighting potential operating cost reductions for fleet electrification and route planning in heavy-duty logistics.