Peterbilt has announced the expansion of its electric vehicle lineup with all-new medium duty models, including Models 536EV, 537EV and 548EV, broadening its zero-emissions application coverage and further addressing customer needs. The new EVs are built on proven platforms with zero tailpipe emissions and are supported by the latest safety technologies.

The all-new Models 536EV and 537EV are engineered for regional delivery as well as service and utility trucks, while the new Class 8 Model 548EV supports 4×2 tractors and vocational configurations with PTOs, such as dump trucks. They feature a distinctive exterior look with a blue accented crown and grille, as well as EV-exclusive panels on the side of the hood. The interior design features laser-etched trim panels on the EV-exclusive Magneto Gray interior.

Peterbilt electric truck models equipped with PACCAR ePowertrain

Central to the new medium duty electric vehicle lineup is the PACCAR ePowertrain, which is also leveraged in the 579EV and 567EV. This advanced electric vehicle architecture can be adapted to a variety of models and applications. In addition to its full lineup of electric vehicles, Peterbilt is an EV deployment partner and has partnerships in place with industry-leading providers of charging infrastructure services.

“Optimized for the demands of the medium duty segment, the next generation of Peterbilt electric vehicles deliver excellent efficiency, rapid charging and versatile configurations elevating customer productivity across a wide range of applications,” said Erik Johnson, Peterbilt assistant general manager, Sales & Marketing. “The all-new Models 536EV, 537EV and 548EV offer zero-emissions technology to support ease and adaptability for customers focused on cleaner operations and leveraging the versatility, efficiency and comfort Peterbilt offers”.

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