Some agree others disagree the future of trucking is electric. Fossil fuel trucks have long provided reliable transportation services but at an environmental cost. Tesla being a pioneer in the electric vehicle business has been trying to change this and is now entering the semi truck industry. It is important to note that several reputable manufacturers such as Mack and Freightliner are already operating electric semi trucks. So why all the fuzz around Tesla trucks?

Here are a few key selling points Tesla makes on their semi trucks.

Three independent motors provide instant torque and unmatched power at any speed so drivers can merge safely and keep pace with traffic. Accelerate from 0-60 mph in 20 seconds, fully loaded, and maintain highway-level speeds even up steep grades.

Semi comes standard with active safety features that pair with advanced motor and brake controls to deliver traction and stability in all conditions. A central seating position gives the driver better visibility, while an all-electric architecture reduces both rollover risk and cabin intrusion in case of an accident.

Combination trucks account for about 18 percent of U.S. vehicle emissions—Semi will help change that. With less than 2 kWh per mile of energy consumption, Semi can travel up to 500 miles on a single charge. Recover up to 70 percent of range in 30 minutes using Tesla’s Semi Chargers.

Charging with electricity is approximately 2.5 times cheaper per mile than refueling with diesel. Operators can see estimated fuel savings of up to $200,000 within their first three years of ownership. With remote diagnostics, over-the-air software updates and fewer moving parts to maintain, operators will spend less time at service centers and more time on the road.

Just because a truck runs on electricity does not mean it is necessarily 100% ecofriendly, manufacturing the battery packs of these trucks and the source of energizing them are important factors to consider.