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Daimler delivers heavy-duty electric trucks to US customers

John ThorntonBy 1 Min Read

Penske Truck Leasing and NFI Industries have acquired the first two heavy-duty Freightliner eCascadia trucks from Daimler as the German OEM expands its field tests for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks in North America. 

Penske will be operating the Freightliner eCascadia in regional traffic in Southern California, while NFI will employ the eCascadia in drayage operations at both the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

The two Class 8 eCascadia vehicles, which offer a range of 250 miles (400km), are the first heavy-duty trucks in Freightliner’s innovation fleet with a total of 30 electric vehicles.

Since the end of 2018, both companies have been field-testing the medium-duty, fully electric Freightliner eM2.

The market launch for both the Freightliner eCascadia and the eM2 truck is currently planned for 2021.

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John is the editor-in-chief at Akabo Media, leading the editorial strategy for Logistics Manager, Robotics & Automation Magazine, and City Transport & Traffic Innovation (CiTTi) Magazine. With over a decade of B2B publishing experience, he has edited sector-specific titles in engineering, technology, automotive, and marine industries. Since joining Akabo Media in 2019, John has driven engagement and growth across print, digital, and event platforms. He oversees magazine content, mentors editorial teams, and curates industry-leading conference content. John chairs and moderates the Road User Charging Conference series in Brussels, Abu Dhabi, Miami and Singapore, while also playing an active role in Akabo’s exhibitions. A prominent voice in logistics, supply chain, robotics, automation, and transport, John fosters industry connections and ensures Akabo Media’s content remains a vital resource for its professional audience.

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