Episode 10: Part 2 | Pros, Cons & Future Trends in Road Freight Electrification
Episode 10: Part 2 | Pros, Cons & Future Trends in Road Freight Electrification
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The transition to zero-emission road freight is not just about new vehicles—it’s about strategic transformation.
Tharsis emphasizes that while high purchase costs remain a challenge, new opportunities—like battery innovation, better charging infrastructure, and supportive regulation—are helping make electric freight more viable.
In Part 2 of our Smart Freight Conversations podcast series, Andy Golding (Head of Academy) and Tharsis Teoh (Senior Technical Manager) dive deeper into the system-wide changes shaping the electrification of road freight. Building on Part 1, this episode explores the broader business case, key innovations, and the crucial role of collaboration across the logistics ecosystem.
Key topics in this episode:
- Electric vs. diesel performance – how range, payload, and suitability are evolving
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) – why looking beyond upfront costs matters
- Environmental and health benefits – including lifetime emissions reductions and zero tailpipe emissions
- Charging strategies – from depot-based to future megawatt charging solutions
- Policy and collaboration – how industry, government, and NGOs can align for greater impact
Tharsis emphasizes that while high purchase costs remain a challenge, new opportunities—like battery innovation, better charging infrastructure, and supportive regulation—are helping make electric freight more viable.
Tharsis also highlights the importance of groups like the Fleet Electrification Coalition (FEC) in creating a platform for diverse stakeholders to come together, share insights, and co-create solutions.
Missed Part 1?
Missed Part 1?
Catch up on the first episode of the Market Update on Road Freight Electrification series, where we explore cost trends, adoption barriers, and charging infrastructure developments: