Tesla Semi Production, Model S Plaid Track Package, FSD V14 International Rollout, and Musk’s $114B Shares - April 2026

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• •Tesla has commenced high-volume production of its electric Semi truck with the first unit rolling off the Gigafactory Nevada production line as of late April 2026. This milestone advances the delayed Semi program towards broader commercial deployment, signaling Tesla’s increased commitment to electrifying Class 8 trucking.[Electrek Tesla News]
• •Tesla unveiled an updated Model S Plaid Track Package on April 28, 2026, featuring new software designed to enhance track performance. The package specifically targets driving enthusiasts aiming for peak vehicle optimization on race tracks, showcasing Tesla's efforts to refine high-performance offerings within its sedan lineup.[Google News Tesla Search RSS]
• •Expanding Full Self-Driving capabilities globally, Tesla announced the international rollout of FSD V14 Lite for HW3 hardware vehicles on April 29, 2026. This rollout addresses customer dissatisfaction among HW3-equipped drivers in Europe and other markets, offering enhanced autonomous driving features beyond the previous US-only focus.[Electrek Tesla News]
• •Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk is set to receive more than 303 million shares worth over $114 billion under his 2018 pay plan, according to a filing on April 28, 2026. The monumental stock award at $378 per share places Musk’s compensation among the largest ever, reflecting Tesla’s market valuation and Musk's leadership role.[Tesla subreddit RSS]
• •MDB Transportation initiated a three-week pilot program on April 29, 2026, deploying the Tesla Semi on active freight lanes at a Southern California port. As the second port trucking firm to conduct such trials, MDB is testing the feasibility of Tesla’s electric Class 8 truck in real-world drayage container hauling operations.[Electrek Tesla News]

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