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The Freightliner eCascadia®

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Superior performance. Exceptional driver comfort. Smart, automated safety systems. The Freightliner eCascadia electric semi truck brings it all together in a design that's built on the proven, aerodynamic Cascadia platform – and ready for any short-haul route. It’s a truck that’s built to move forward. And pull an entire industry along with it.

The zero-emissions future is clear. In fact, it’s already in motion. The all-electric Freightliner eCascadia is ready to move the world toward cleaner, quieter and more efficient operations ­– and help you meet your sustainability goals along the way.

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CLASS

8

MAX GCW

82,000 LBS

TYPICAL RANGE

155, 220 or 230 MILES

Seamless Integration. Maximum Efficiency.

Designed for the Freightliner® eM2 and eCascadia, the all-electric Detroit® ePowertrain™ provides the ultimate in power, efficiency and dependability.

With maximum torque to get loads moving and quick, smooth acceleration, the Detroit ePowertrain is ready to move your fleet forward.

The innovation of Detroit’s legendary line of powertrains lives on. Introducing the 100% electric Detroit® ePowertrain™: purpose-built and seamlessly integrated for power, efficiency, reliability.

Lose the emissions – and gain so much more. The Detroit ePowertrain’s electric axle provides maximum torque to get loads moving as well as quick, smooth acceleration on the road. Get ready for an all-electric workhorse that drives efficiency and compromises nothing.

The 18-wheel Corner Office

From the dash to the instrument cluster, the eCascadia is designed to enhance driver comfort and maximize safety. Interior features include:

  • Quick, smooth acceleration for an easier driving experience
  • Ergonomic seats that provide a comfortable ride and reduce driver fatigue
  • Noise-reduction technology for a quieter cab environment
  • A modern, two-screen digital dash that comes standard on the eCascadia
  • A standard tilt and telescoping steering wheel with multi-function controls for easier operation
  • Fully customizable, LED-backlit switches that ease truck operation and help drivers in low-light situations

Making Your Electric Fleet Possible

Expert knowledge to get you started, plus intelligent charging technology and a fast, dependable service network to keep you going. With the eCascadia, you get so much more than a semi electric truck – you get an electric roadmap, copilot and pit crew.

Detroit eFill

Whether you’re simply curious about EV fleets or you’ve already started exploring the possibilities, you might be wondering: “How fast is EV charging?” or “How complex would the transition really be?” With Detroit eFill on your side, the answers are a little clearer. Here are three ways that our charging technology can make EV fleets easier to deploy and run. It’s easy to assume that EV charging, and all the new technology that comes with it, would be complex to manage. However, it is precisely this Detroit eFill technology that helps keep your entire solution simple.

Staying Ahead Of The Curve

The world of electric trucks – and our understanding of it – has evolved. Let’s take a look at what’s changed over the last few years, and how the right partner can help you stay on the cutting edge of efficiency and productivity. Compared to a few years ago, there is a much greater understanding of electric semi trucks and the infrastructure that powers them. But with so many variables involved in going electric, there are still plenty of questions and challenges to overcome.