Thursday, July 02, 2026

Tesla Semi for price of Model Y?

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The video explains that while the estimated price of a Tesla Semi is approximately $290,000, qualifying businesses in California can significantly reduce this cost through two stackable incentive programs (11:10 - 11:56).

  • Clean Truck Voucher Program (HVIP): This program provides up to $120,000 per truck (11:30 - 11:35).
  • California Clean Fuel Reward: This newer incentive offers an additional $120,000 (11:39 - 11:43).

By stacking these incentives, eligible small fleets can reduce the purchase price of a Semi by as much as $240,000, bringing the cost down to roughly $50,000 (11:45 - 11:58). The speaker emphasizes that this helps remove a major barrier to adoption—the upfront purchase price—while offering lower operating costs over the life of the vehicle compared to diesel trucks (12:34 - 13:17).



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