Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has delivered 20 battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors to Reyes Beverage Group (RBG), a beverage distributor in California. The delivery marks the first phase of RBG’s plan to transition to a zero-emission fleet in California by 2039.
David Carson, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for DTNA, said: “The Freightliner eCascadia is built with maximum productivity in mind for fleets switching to efficient, zero emission vehicles. As the leading manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the U.S., we are fully committed to reducing emissions with our vehicles and working with partners like RBG who share our vision to continue moving the commercial transportation industry toward a more sustainable future.”
The adoption of these electric vehicles is part of RBG’s broader sustainability efforts, which include a recent transition to renewable diesel and an ongoing idle-time reduction programme. RBG expects these EVs to contribute significantly to their goal of reducing carbon emissions by 60% by 2030.
Tom Reyes, President of RBG West, commented: “We are excited to be among the first in our industry to adopt these electric vehicles. This is a significant step toward our sustainability goals and ensuring compliance with state regulation as we transition our fleet to EV.”
1. A typical driving range of 220 miles
2. Ability to recharge to 80% capacity in as little as 90 minutes
3. Multiple battery and drive axle configurations with ranges between 155 and 230 miles
4. Detroit proprietary ePowertrain for power, efficiency, and reliability
5. Standard Detroit Assurance with Active Brake Assist 5 Suite of Safety Systems
DTNA offers comprehensive fleet electrification solutions, including Detroit eFill commercial chargers and Detroit eConsulting services, to assist customers transitioning to electric vehicles.
The delivery of these electric trucks represents a significant step in the commercial transportation industry’s move towards more sustainable operations.
