tron67j
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My limited knowledge from researching this all is that the use is controlled to be consistent. Transport is from Point A to Point B to Point C, etc. at scheduled times and this can build in necessary charging times that don't result in unscheduled down time. Really, Pepsi has already established a process to minimize fuel usage, downtime of tractors, and just generally using all resources as efficiently as possible. They have plugged in ( no pun intended) the Teslas where they believe instant benefit could be achieved with minimal disruption. And they have learned both where things can be better and where use exceeded expectations such as the energy neutral occurrence when rolling down Donner Pass (yes, we know up uses a lot energy, they planned for that).So why is their semi-truck so much better? Tough to get past the marketers and agendists to facts. From what I've read (retired engineer and scientist), the thin film, dry cell battery will provide the solution IF: it can be manufactured and charged cost effectively, and grid infrastructure is finally built. My sons are working on this mfg. technology now.
Run On Less – Electric DEPOT – Pepsi Beverages
Learn more about Pepsi's Sacramento Depot that runs 21 Telsa Semis at https://runonless.com/roled-profiles/pepsico/.vimeo.com
This is one of many presentations about how Pepsi has incorporated the trucks. Trial and error, sometimes the best way to move forward in life.
Pepsico explains how it uses Tesla Semi electric trucks in glimpse of the future of trucking
Pepsico explained how it uses its fleet of Tesla Semi electric trucks in a fascinating video that gives us a...
electrek.co