Peterbilt delivers Model 520EVs to Republic Services’ Anaheim fleet

The company notes that it can complete a full day’s collection route on a single charge and utilizes regenerative braking.

Published: Aug 1, 2023

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Peterbilt recently delivered zero-emissions Model 520EV to Republic Services, the first electric collection vehicle in the company’s California fleet as well as the first in Orange County, according to the company. The automated side-loader truck will provide recycling and waste collection services for the city of Santa Ana, California.

The 520EV is designed for commercial and residential applications. According to Peterbilt, It can complete a full day’s collection route on a single charge and utilizes regenerative braking during each stop to transfer energy back into its battery packs, resulting in extended operating range. The truck was ordered as part of Republic Services’ goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2030.

Xos unveils upgraded 2024 SV Stepvan

The 2024 Xos SV Stepvan has new features including ABS with hill hold and low-speed noise generators to alert others of the vehicle.

By Kevin Linger

Managing Editor/Producer of Fleet Equipment Magazine

Published: May 7, 2024

Xos, Inc. an electric truck manufacturer and fleet electrification services provider, announced the release of the 2024 Xos SV Stepvan. According to Xos, this latest model is their most advanced battery-electric stepvan to date, thanks to a range of new features and improvements, including ABS with hill hold, a new steering column with tilt and telescoping functions, additional climate control options for extreme weather conditions and low-speed noise generators, which alert pedestrians and other vehicles of the vehicle's presence.