Achieve ZEV Requirements with Altec’s Electrification Solutions
Electrification technology, infrastructure, and legislation have evolved rapidly in the last few years, pushing the medium and heavy-duty truck space toward a cleaner future. With the adoption of California Air Resources Board regulations and a changing social landscape, that future is approaching quickly. Below, see how CARB regulations are impacting the transition toward Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) and how Altec can partner with you on your journey to a cleaner fleet.
What are CARB Regulations?
The California Air Resources Board has adopted several regulations designed to accelerate the adoption of ZEVs and encourage the industry to reduce emissions. Historically, CARB has played an active role in shaping federal EPA standards, and it also serves as a guide for states seeking to increase the adoption of MD/HD work applications.
Currently, there are three key CARB regulations under consideration in several states:
- Omnibus Low NOx: rule that sets standards for engine particulates and emissions
- Advanced Clean Truck: A sales mandate on chassis OEMs that requires OEMs to sell a certain percentage of ZEVs compared to their overall truck sales for participating states
- Advanced Clean Fleet: A regulation for customer fleets to adopt ZEV solutions as a certain percentage of their fleet based on the vehicle classification
Why Should You Start Planning Today?
Regulations are only one of the many forces driving the U.S. toward reduced or zero emissions. As the public becomes more climate conscious, there is a larger social push to reduce tailpipe emissions. Many customers have their own corporate sustainability goals, and as vehicle technology continues to evolve, the adoption of ZEV solutions will continue to increase.
While legislation is always evolving, this combination of factors makes it more important for your fleet to have a strategy and roadmap for compliance in place.
How Can I Incorporate ZEVs into My Fleet?
When evaluating ZEV options, Altec has developed a range of battery electric vehicles (EV) targeting specific work applications that maximize EV performance without compromises. With the current EV charging infrastructure and state of technology, electrified solutions are best suited to specific work applications with a defined driving range within the OEM’s EV reported range, and less suited for applications like mutual assistance or storm response.
Altec is constantly evaluating additional work applications and OEM EV models to help customers electrify their fleets and achieve compliance in the way that works best for them.
What Makes Altec EVs Different?
Altec’s EV solutions are designed with technology that’s easy to use, doesn’t interrupt operator workflow, and functions no differently than a chassis with a traditional mechanical PTO or internal combustion engine chassis. This means Altec’s solutions use the same proven technology that our customers have come to expect.
Altec EVs feature an integrated ePTO solution that allows the truck to operate as a system rather than individual components. This system efficiently utilizes the chassis battery (with a minimal impact on range), maximizes productivity, and is easy to charge with a single port. This frees up valuable truck space and improves available weight for customers to outfit the truck with the necessary jobsite equipment.
To address range anxiety, Altec designed a Low State of Charge Alert. This is an audible and visual alert that notifies the operator in the aerial of the current state of charge. The alerts can be configured to sound at a certain level of charge, and it can also be sounded on demand to check the current charge. This feature allows operators to confidently complete their job and return to the garage.
How Do I Get Started?
Altec is here to be your partner in electrification planning. Our Green Fleet and chassis teams can serve as your electrification experts and help you map out the future of your fleet. To learn more about how Altec’s solutions can help electrify your fleet, speak with your account manager today or visit www.altec.com/green-fleet.