40 tons "super fun"
Elon Musk has called the Tesla Semi "super fun." The CEO of Tesla, who has already made Mars colonies and underground tunnels seem plausible, is now venturing into the world of heavy commercial vehicles. The Tesla Semi, a 40-tonner that Musk says is "super fun" to drive, could become the new hobby for stressed executives.
Experts are divided on whether "super fun" is the most apt description for driving a 40-ton electric truck. Some suspect that Musk is using the term metaphorically, much like he wanted "pedo guy" to be understood as a compliment. Others believe the Tesla chief actually enjoys cruising around in multi-ton vehicles.
The future of freight transport
The Tesla Semi is supposed to represent the future of freight transport, according to Musk. With its "super fun" driving style, it could soon be making highways unsafe. Critics fear that the Tesla boss's enthusiasm for his new toy could lead to reckless behavior on the roads. Supporters, on the other hand, see the Tesla Semi as the solution to the shortage of skilled workers in the transport industry – who wouldn't want to drive a "super fun" truck?
Meanwhile, Musk is reportedly working on a new app that allows users to control the Tesla Semi via smartphone. The working title: "Truck Simulator 2024 – now with real 40-tonner!"
