This is the new Windrose electric heavy haulage truck.
— Gavin Shoebridge (@KiwiEV) June 20, 2024
With a battery of 729 kWh and a range of 670 km per charge, this machine ends any remaining fuel cell trucking argument.
20 have been ordered by ETrucks NZ. First one arrives here in 3 months. Can't wait to drive it! pic.twitter.com/RHDGDml5De
Windrose Trucks Coming to US in 2025
A new electric Class 8 truck from Chinese manufacturer Windrose was unveiled at the ACT Expo in May 2024. The truck has a range of up to 415 miles (670 km) and is designed for long-haul trucking.
The company plans to build a global chassis that meets weight regulations in various markets. The truck will be offered with several battery pack options, with a trade-off between range and weight. The lightest configuration is expected to weigh around 24,000 pounds.
Image: Windrose electric semi truck.
Windrose is building production facilities in China, Europe, and the United States. The company has secured supply chain partnerships in China and is in discussions with potential suppliers in Europe and the United States.
Windrose has already completed some environmental testing and pre-sold 1,000 trucks in the U.S. and 200 trucks in China. The company believes that their truck design is optimized for efficiency and will be adaptable to various global markets.