Volvo Trucks North America customer Hight Logistics, a
privately-owned port drayage services business, is expanding its
all-electric fleet with the delivery of five zero-tailpipe emission
Volvo VNR Electric trucks. At the recent Advanced Clean
Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, Hight Logistics signed a
sales order for an additional nine Volvo VNR Electric trucks in
2024 and ten more for Q1 2025. Hight Logistics prioritizes
environmental sustainability and has created the new Hight Electric
division, focused exclusively on acquiring battery-electric
vehicles and developing charging infrastructure.
“It is a privilege to work with customers who share in our
mission of decarbonizing transportation to truly move the world we
want to live in, and we are thrilled that Hight Logistics is
expanding their fully battery-electric fleet with the Volvo VNR
Electric,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North
America. “We had a tremendous meeting with Rudy Diaz at ACT Expo
last month where he officially signed his deal and look forward to
working with everyone at Hight Logistics to support them as they
continue making a difference in the communities they serve.”
Hight Logistics initially integrated three Volvo VNR Electric
trucks with a four-battery configuration, including one leased
through Forum Mobility, to learn how battery-electric trucks fit
within their fleet and operations. With this recent acquisition,
they will soon operate a total of 27 Volvo VNR Electric trucks
under the Hight Electric division. The Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric
model, available in a variety of configurations, can achieve an 80%
charge in about 90 minutes for the six-battery package and 60
minutes for the four-battery package. Hight Logistics ordered 24
new trucks with the six-battery configuration, which provides a
range of up to 275 miles. The Volvo VNR Electric truck offers
uninterrupted torque, smooth acceleration, with reduced vibration
and noise, resulting in a more comfortable and relaxing driving
experience.
The Volvo VNR Electric truck is well-suited for drayage
operations and is designed as a zero-tailpipe emission
transportation solution for fleet operators supporting local and
regional distribution, pickup and delivery, and food and beverage
distribution. Drivers can utilize the truck’s electric HVAC system
to run air conditioning while waiting to be loaded or unloaded,
adhering to no-idle zone regulations within the port.
Prior to transitioning to an all-electric fleet, Hight Logistics
primarily used owner-operators. The company’s drivers are
enthusiastic about the new battery-electric trucks and received
training from TEC Equipment’s La Mirada location to understand how
to optimize the range of the Volvo VNR Electric, including how to
leverage regenerative braking benefits to add power back to the
battery.
The trucks will make daily runs out of the Ports of Long Beach,
Los Angeles, and Oakland. Routes range from 20 to 140 miles
roundtrip, with trucks charging overnight and opportunity charging
at their warehouse between runs. Hight Logistics has installed six
dual charging stations, allowing 12 trucks to charge
simultaneously.
“Our customers care about moving cargo in a sustainable way, and
they are seeking us out because our battery-electric fleet can help
them reduce their carbon footprint,” said Rudy Diaz, founder and
chief executive officer, Hight Logistics. “We are fully committed
to the investment in zero emissions trucks and our investment in
the Volvo VNR Electric trucks is a public declaration that we are
helping to lead the shift to sustainable drayage transportation
solutions.”
Hight Logistics worked with their local Volvo Trucks Certified
Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealership, TEC Equipment in La Mirada, to
identify the ideal configuration for their operations to maximize
the performance capabilities and benefits of the zero-tailpipe
emission Volvo VNR Electric model. TEC Equipment will also provide
comprehensive ongoing support, including preventative maintenance,
service, and charging facilities to maximize uptime.
"At TEC Equipment, we understand the critical importance for
fleets to adopt cleaner, more sustainable transportation options
and we are thrilled to have supported Hight Logistics in securing
the necessary funding to enable their growing fleet's move to
battery-electric trucks,” said Melanie Des Laurier, new truck sales
at TEC Equipment. “Hight Logistics' new Volvo VNR Electric trucks
represent a forward-thinking approach to reducing tailpipe
emissions, noise associated with transportation and promoting
cleaner air quality. With TEC Equipment's comprehensive support,
including helping to secure grants and incentives, Hight Logistics
is well-equipped to lead by example in the transition to
zero-emission technology.”
Hight Logistics received funding support from California’s
Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project
(HVIP) and the Innovative Small e-Fleet (ISEF) program within HVIP,
which aids fleets in the adoption of cleaner transport solutions by
providing financial incentives for the purchase of hybrid and
zero-emission vehicles. Hight Logistics was also able to leverage
funding from the California Environmental Protection Agency’s
California Climate Investments and the federal U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency’s Ports Plus grants, focused on serving the
disadvantaged communities (DACs) surrounding the ports.
To learn more about Volvo Trucks North America and the Volvo VNR
Electric, visit the company website.
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others are available at https://press.volvotrucks.us/
For further information, please contact:
Kyle Zimmerman
Public Relations Manager, Volvo Trucks North America
kyle.zimmerman@volvo.com
(704) 677-9757
Volvo Trucks North America, headquartered in Greensboro, North
Carolina, is one of the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturers in
North America. Its Uptime Services commitment is delivered by a
network of nearly 400 authorized dealers across North America and
the 24/7 Volvo Trucks Uptime Center. Every Volvo truck is assembled
in the Volvo Trucks New River Valley manufacturing facility in
Dublin, Virginia, which meets the internationally recognized ISO
9001 standard for quality, 14001 standard for environmental care
and holds a dual ISO 50001/Superior Energy Performance
certification at the platinum level, indicating a sustained
excellence in energy management. Volvo Trucks North America
provides complete transport solutions for its customers, offering a
full range of diesel, alternative-fuel and all-electric vehicles,
and is part of the Volvo Trucks global organization.
Volvo Trucks supplies complete transport solutions for
discerning professional customers with its full range of medium-
and heavy-duty trucks. Customer support is provided via a global
network of dealers with 2,200 service points in about 130
countries. Volvo trucks are assembled in 12 countries across the
globe. In 2023 approximately 145,000 Volvo trucks were delivered
worldwide. Volvo Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the
world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction
equipment and marine and industrial engines. The group also
provides complete solutions for financing and service. Volvo
Trucks’ work is based on the core values of quality, safety and
environmental care.
TEC Equipment, Inc., headquartered in Portland, Oregon, is one
of the leading full-service truck and trailer dealerships in the
United States. Seven of TEC Equipment's Volvo locations are
Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealerships. Its network of 35
locations across eight states, including Washington, Oregon,
California, Nevada, Arizona, Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota,
delivers sales, parts, service, leasing and rental, collision
repair, finance and insurance to customers in the heavy- and
medium-duty truck and trailer markets, as well as auto transport
and tow and recovery equipment markets. Started in 1976, TEC
Equipment remains 100% family-owned, with over 1,350 employees.
Learn more at www.tecequipment.com.
- Hight Logistics and Volvo Trucks North America Photo
Lawren Markle
TRC, for Volvo Trucks North America
626-773-2325
lmarkle@trccompanies.com