Blog - Analysis - Trucking's electrification problem
Paul Young
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The problem is that there’s an equal or greater amount of concerns. Electric trucks cost more (even with subsidies and incentives), don’t travel as far on the road or perform as well off it, and require major infrastructure changes. On top of that, no one really knows what the return on investment will be.
In testimony to Congress, Andrew Boyle, the new chairman of American Trucking Associations, said converting the nation’s diesel trucks to electric “would require a $1 trillion investment, which ultimately would flow to consumers,” adding that due to less capacity, lower ranges, and high charging times to haul the same freight, the industry would need “far more trucks” that cost two to three times as much as a comparable diesel truck. He pleaded that “we can’t allow unrealistic timelines…and technically unachievable regulations to set trucking up for failure.”
That’s just a sampling of the overarching issues. The dark side of commercial vehicle electrification is vaster than many are willing to admit—and likely obfuscated by some of those who staked their time, money, and reputations on its success. States and OEMs have also planned phase-out dates for diesel before EV technology has even proven itself. In short, the current push toward electrification often times feels more like a shove. And while there’s no denying the potential of commercial EVs, accelerating their use in something as delicate and vital as the supply chain may lead society down a dark road indeed. Here we intend to shed some light on a few of the many reasons why the nation’s current electrification strategy should be reconsidered.
This is why all-in EV is likely not the best approach to managing emissions for the transportation sector. Natural gas, hydrogen, and other fuels should be part of the overall emissions management cycle.
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Hydrogen has become a key alternative fuel as part of the net zero transition.
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Paul Young CPA CGA
Paul is a former IBM Customer Success Manager that has deployed over 300 data and AI solutions across industries and geographies. Paul is also an Expert on driving best business outcomes through business automation including the data journey.
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