Tesla unveils Basecharger, $188k Megacharger for Semis
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- Tesla launched the “Semi Charging for Business” program, letting fleet operators purchase and install its Megacharger and new Basecharger for depot and overnight charging.
- Tesla's online configurator lists a starting price of $188,000 for two Megacharger posts, excluding taxes and installation.
- Tesla charges $0.08 per kWh for revenue‑generating Megacharger sites.
- Megacharger delivers up to 1.2 MW of power, adding up to 60 % of a Semi’s range in 30 minutes, with a power cabinet that can share 1,200 kW across two posts.
- Basecharger provides 125 kW, adding up to 60 % of range in four hours, with deliveries slated to begin early 2027.
- Tesla's new Semi charging lineup mirrors its Supercharger for Business program launched last month, which priced an 8‑stall V4 site at $940,000.
Why it matters: Fleet operators can now own high‑speed charging hardware, cutting dependence on public stations and potentially lowering operating costs, while Tesla secures a new revenue stream via the $188,000 Megacharger package and a $0.08/kWh usage fee. The fast‑charging capability—adding 60% range in 30 minutes—promises higher truck uptime.
