Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is planning to test Tesla Inc. heavy-duty truck, according to a report Friday on CNBC quoting a statement obtained from the retailer. The pilot program is planned for the U.S. and Canada, the report said. Tesla late Thursday unveiled the all-electric semi truck, promising a range of 500 miles between charges and some autonomous capabilities. Tesla stock gained on the news, which also included unveiling a new Tesla Roadster, a reboot of the company’s first luxury sports car.
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