Pilot Travel Centers has entered into an agreement with Tesla to install semi chargers to facilitate heavy-duty electric vehicle truck charging, according to a company press release. The company said the first sites are expected to open in summer 2026.

The Tesla charging stations will be built at select Pilot locations across California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas, all along I-5, I-10 and several major corridors where the need for heavy-duty charging is highest.

Pilot travel centers equipped with Tesla semi chargers will host four to eight charging stalls and will have Tesla’s V4 cabinet charging technology, delivering up to 1.2 megawatts of power at each stall.

“This network will initially focus on providing charging infrastructure for Tesla’s semi trucks. In the future, it may be expanded to be compatible with heavy-duty electric vehicles from other manufacturers,” Pilot wrote.

Tesla has stated that the majority of its semi truck’s 500-mile range can be recovered in a 30-minute charge session, matching a normal mandated break period for professional drivers.

“Helping to shape the future of energy is a strategic pillar in meeting the needs of our guests and the North American transportation industry. Heavy-duty charging is yet another extension of our exploration into alternative fuel offerings, and we’re happy to partner with a leader in the space that provides turnkey solutions and deploys them quickly,” said Shannon Sturgil, senior vice president, alternative fuels at Pilot.

In other recent Pilot news, earlier this month the retailer redesigned its Pilot app to feature “a faster and more intuitive experience. … The update is the next phase in building a unified and consistent brand for Pilot.”

The retailer said the new Pilot app reimagines the digital experience with a “simplified and personalized interface that is easier to navigate,” new driver profiles and improved reliability.