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Electric Semi Trucks Save Fleets $160,000 Per Vehicle in Canada's Largest Real-World Test
Canada's most comprehensive real-world test of electric semi trucks has concluded, showing that fleets can realize nearly $160,000 in savings per truck over six years. The 12-month study compared diesel and electric Freightliner Cascadia trucks across 200,000 kilometers of Montreal-area driving.
Key Takeaways
- Study covered 200,000+ km over 12 months across all four Canadian seasons
- Savings of $157,126 per truck over six years, potentially conservative
- Electric trucks produced 80% fewer greenhouse gas emissions
- Loblaw ordered 25 Tesla Semis based on confidence from results
- Operational adaptation and route planning are key to maximizing savings
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