Pilot and Tesla have opened their first Tesla Megacharger site, a six-stall heavy-duty charging location at a Pilot travel center in Ellabell, Georgia. The opening launches a new charging network at select Pilot locations designed to support heavy-duty electric trucks along major U.S. freight corridors, according to the company. Twelve more locations are under construction, and three are expected to come online soon.
Highlights
- Six heavy-duty charging stalls are now open at Pilot #1390 in Ellabell, Georgia.
- 12 additional locations are under construction, with three near completion, including a Tulare, California, site opening October 9, 2026.
- Four to eight stalls per site, each powered by Tesla’s V4 cabinet technology.
- Up to 1.2 megawatts per stall, enough for a Tesla Semi to recover 60% of its charge in 30 minutes, according to Tesla.
Where Are the Next Tesla Megacharger Sites?
The first site is located at 130 Interstate Exchange Way in Ellabell. Pilot says the following three locations are nearing completion:
| Location | City | Address | Opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying J #1071 | Tulare, California | 979 E. Paige Ave. | October 9, 2026 |
| Flying J #553 | Fort Stockton, Texas | 2571 N. Front St. | Coming soon |
| Pilot #341 | North Las Vegas, Nevada | 3812 E. Craig Road | Coming soon |
Heavy-Duty Truck Charging Hardware
Each location will feature four to eight high-power charging stalls powered by Tesla’s V4 cabinet technology. According to Tesla, each stall can deliver up to 1.2 megawatts, allowing a Tesla Semi to recover 60% of its charge in 30 minutes.
“Pilot is proud to bring heavy-duty charging directly to key trucking routes and pair it with the services and amenities drivers rely on,” said Shannon Sturgil, senior vice president of alternative fuels at Pilot. “With these initial locations, we’re making fleet electrification a more accessible option for long-haul transportation and are excited to continue working with Tesla to move at the pace and preference of our customers.”
Megacharger Network Plans Along I-5 and I-10
Pilot and Tesla announced their collaboration in January, with plans to develop a network of Tesla Megachargers at select Pilot locations along I-5, I-10 and other major freight corridors. The planned network spans California, Georgia, Indiana, Nevada and Texas.
Pilot’s Broader Alternative Fuels Strategy
The truck charging launch adds to Pilot’s other energy investments for the transportation industry. These include a coast-to-coast passenger electric vehicle charging network and lower-carbon fuel options such as renewable diesel and biodiesel.
