'Not a competition:' Paccar's electric and fuel cell trucks prove impressive in the Rockies

Jan 22, 2021
A Peterbilt 579EV and Kenworth T680 FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle) became the first Class 8 trucks equipped with electric powertrains to climb Colorado’s famous and challenging Pikes Peak Highway.PeterbiltPaccar’s recent and historic mountain runs show the company’s electric and fuel cell trucks have some advantages in taking on steep and winding roads.
A Peterbilt 579EV and Kenworth T680 FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle) became the first Class 8 trucks equipped with electric powertrains to climb Colorado’s famous and challenging Pikes Peak Highway.
In addition to an average grade of 7%, the trucks were up against some tight turns and freezing temperatures which have been known to chip away range in EVs.

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