Major OEMs in the electric vehicle (EV) market, including Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Kalmar, have showcased significant advancements in the heavy-duty and vocational truck sector at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Anaheim, California. These companies introduced innovative zero-emission models and autonomous solutions, reflecting a shift toward greener and more technologically advanced transportation. Peterbilt revealed its next-generation Model 579EV and Model 576EV trucks, designed to enhance short-haul, drayage, and vocational applications with increased powertrain efficiency and extended range. Kenworth debuted its updated T680E and T880E models, incorporating the Paccar ePowertrain platform for enhanced performance across various truck segments. Meanwhile, Kalmar, in partnership with Forterra, announced the Kalmar Ottawa AutoTT, an autonomous terminal tractor geared for distribution centers and industrial yards, expected to advance to full production in the next couple of years.
Additionally, the industry sees Gatik preparing for driverless freight operations and ABB E-mobility expanding its EV charging solutions to bolster infrastructure capabilities. The California DMV is proposing regulations to facilitate the testing of heavy-duty autonomous vehicles.
These developments indicate an industry-wide commitment to sustainable, efficient, and technologically sophisticated transportation solutions, highlighting the strategic efforts of vehicle manufacturers to address environmental challenges while maintaining operational reliability and flexibility.
