Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. technology featured in CNG-PHEV Class 4 truck

Oct. 8, 2015
Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. (EDI), a provider of advanced high-efficiency zero emissions hybrid and electric drivetrain solutions, announced a compressed natural gas and plug-in hybrid electric Class 4 logistics truck.

Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. (EDI), a provider of advanced high-efficiency zero emissions hybrid and electric drivetrain solutions, announced a compressed natural gas and plug-in hybrid electric Class 4 logistics truck, made possible by EDI’s innovative drivetrain technology and vehicle control software.

“We’re very excited about our new technology partnership with Efficient Drivetrains. The collaboration on zero-emissions capable vehicles will be a strong offering as the commercial trucking industry battles to reduce emissions.”
The first-of-its-kind market-disruptive vehicle will help fleets switch from petroleum-based liquid fuels to domestically available, cleaner-burning natural gas and electricity. The truck will be officially unveiled at a voice of the customer event hosted by CALSTART at the Southern California Gas Energy Resource Center on Oct. 6.

CALSTART developed the Voice of the Customer (VOC) event for EDI, with funding from the Southern California Gas Company. Designed to give the manufacturer and supplier guidance on the powertrain concept, the VOC event and ride and drive will provide crucial user input. Before the vehicle’s unveiling, CALSTART surveyed more than 30 fleets and developed the event’s highly interactive agenda. After the event, CALSTART will manage on-road emissions and fuel economy testing of the truck. Additionally, the organization will issue follow-up user surveys to solicit helpful feedback, further accelerating the commercialization process.

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