Electric Truck Trials Continue to Benefit Manufacturer and Customer Alike

California Test Bed for Latest Technology.

US – XPO Logistics has partnered with Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) to test Daimler's battery-electric commercial trucks under real-life operating conditions in California.

XPO drivers will use tractors from DTNA’s Freightliner Electric Innovation and Customer Experience (CX) Fleet for a nine-month pilot program in the Oakland area. The data generated by the XPO pilot will help inform DTNA’s final design of its battery-electric truck prior to full series production. XPO and DTNA have collaborated on transportation innovation for more than a decade. Troy Cooper, President of XPO Logistics, said:

“We’re pleased to contribute to the environmental sustainability of supply chains by providing real-life operating data to our long-time partner, Daimler Trucks North America. The CX pilot is also an opportunity for us to evaluate how battery-electric trucks perform for our customers and drivers. Our partnerships with manufacturers are an important way we help advance industry innovation.” Read more

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