Trucking news and briefs for Monday, Dec. 29, 2025:
DHL adds Tesla Semi to growing EV fleet
DHL's new Tesla Semi expands the company's Class 8 electric truck fleet and advances its sustainability goals.DHL Supply Chain
DHL Supply Chain (CCJ Top 250, No. 35) has taken delivery of its first all-electric Tesla Semi, marking a significant milestone in DHL’s group-wide commitment to reduce absolute carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions to 29 million metric tons in 2030 and be net zero by 2050, the company said.
The addition of the Tesla Semi expands DHL’s fleet of Class 8 electric trucks in North America to more than 150, reinforcing the company’s leadership in more sustainable transportation.
The Tesla Semi joins DHL’s operations following a successful pilot in Livermore, California, where the truck covered more than 3,000 miles of regular routes. During testing, the all-electric truck demonstrated outstanding efficiency, DHL noted, averaging 1.72 kWh per mile while hauling a gross combined weight of 75,000 pounds over a 390-mile route.
“Our pilot of the Tesla Semi exceeded expectations, proving its ability to efficiently haul a typical DHL freight over long distances on a single charge,” said Jim Monkmeyer, President, Transportation, DHL Supply Chain North America. “Integrating the Tesla Semi into our fleet is an important step toward achieving our decarbonization goals and delivering more sustainable solutions for our customers. With its range of up to 500 miles, the Semi unlocks opportunities that were previously beyond the limits of heavy-duty EVs, and we’re excited to partner with Tesla to make that a reality.”
Now operating from its new home in Central California, the truck is travelling approximately 100 miles per day, requires charging about once per week, and offers a range of up to 500 miles fully loaded. Additionally, it is projected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50 metric tons annually.
“DHL has been a great partner to work with, and we appreciate their early and longstanding support for the Semi program,” said Dan Priestley, Director of Semi, Tesla. “We are excited to support their deployment in North America, and their experience as a trusted logistics provider will help us make the product even better for future global markets.”
DHL plans to add more Semis in 2026 as Tesla begins its volume production, further accelerating its transition to net zero-emission logistics.
[Related: Tesla's updated Semi design breaks cover before 2026 production start]
Ryder announces new incoming board member
Ryder’s board also announced the appointment of Tammy Romo, 63, to the board, effective Jan. 5. Romo will serve as a member of the Audit and Finance Committees.
“The board nominated Tammy as a director for her impressive results-oriented leadership style, proven ability to provide strategic oversight in complex public company settings, and her deep transportation expertise,” Sanchez said. “Tammy’s experience in delivering value, along with her financial expertise and commitment to stakeholder engagement, are skills that complement our board.”
Before retiring as executive vice president and chief financial officer of Southwest Airlines on April 1, 2025, Romo oversaw all corporate financial functions for more than a decade. Over her 30-year-tenure at Southwest, Romo was well-regarded as a strategic and results-oriented CFO and governance leader, driving transformation and delivering value for the Fortune 156 transportation company.
Romo’s board experience as an independent director of Tenet Healthcare Corporation since 2015 further underscores her governance expertise, Ryder added.
[Related: Ryder announces CEO succession plan]
