Electric commercial trucks can offer significant advantages, including lower routine powertrain maintenance, reduced local emissions, and potential savings on energy costs. With California and other organizations offering incentive programs, electric trucks may also be more affordable to purchase than many businesses initially expect. But an electric truck isn’t automatically the right fit for every operation….
Buying an electric commercial truck is only part of the electrification equation. The other part is figuring out where, when and how that truck will charge. For a fleet with one electric truck, charging may be relatively straightforward. But as the number of vehicles increases, charging infrastructure can become a significant operational, financial and facility-planning…
Choosing between an electric commercial truck and a diesel truck isn’t simply a matter of comparing two purchase prices. For fleet operators, the more important question is: Which powertrain fits the way the truck will actually be used? An electric truck may offer lower energy and maintenance costs in the right application. A diesel truck…
Electric commercial trucks have gone from a niche technology to a serious option for many businesses. But that doesn’t mean every business should replace its gasoline or diesel trucks with electric vehicles. For some operations, an electric commercial truck can offer lower operating costs, quieter operation, reduced routine maintenance, and an excellent fit for predictable…
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to put an all-electric work truck into your fleet, this is it. Tom’s Truck Center has just two GreenPower EV Star chassis with 16′ box bodies remaining in stock. These are ready-to-work, all-electric Class 4 box trucks built to haul product, and when they’re gone, this exact…
2025 Funding for Carl Moyer Zero-Emission Vehicle Projects: What You Need to Know If your fleet is ready to go green in 2025, the Carl Moyer Program is here to help you make that switch easier and more affordable. The program continues to support zero-emission heavy-duty trucks through substantial funding opportunities — allowing businesses to…
Shifting from greenhouse gas-emitting fossil fuel diesel trucks and fleets to ze emissions vehicles is a key piece for California in achieving its goal of net-zero GHG emissions by 2045, as directed by AB 1279, which Governor Gavin Newsom signed in 2022. The state has made major strides to reduce diesel emissions by adding renewable…
