Range develops electric-powered trailer systems for the heavy-duty trucking industry, enhancing fuel efficiency by over 40% and reducing emissions by up to 70%. These trailers are compatible with standard tow vehicles, effectively doubling the range of zero-emission tractors and alleviating concerns about charging infrastructure.
Funding
$31.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The heavy-duty trucking industry faces increasing pressure to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, but the high cost and limited range of zero-emission tractors pose significant barriers to widespread adoption. Existing diesel-powered trucks contribute heavily to air pollution, while the lack of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles creates range anxiety for fleet operators.
Solution
Range provides electric-powered trailer systems that integrate with existing heavy-duty trucks to significantly improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The Range trailer system is compatible with standard tow vehicles and both dry van and refrigerated trailers. The system's electric propulsion assists the tractor, resulting in over 40% fuel savings and up to a 70% reduction in emissions. By providing supplemental power, Range trailers effectively double the range of zero-emission tractors, alleviating concerns about charging infrastructure availability and enabling broader adoption of electric trucking.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes heavy-duty trucking fleets, logistics companies, and transportation providers seeking to reduce fuel costs, lower emissions, and extend the range of electric tractors.
Features
- Electric propulsion system integrated into the trailer to assist the tractor
- Compatibility with standard tow vehicle interfaces for easy integration
- Full-assist mode providing up to 300 miles of additional range
- Integration with dry van and refrigerated trailers
- Reduction in fuel consumption by over 40%
- Reduction in emissions by up to 70%