4 Gen Logistics Leads the electric movement with Volvo

4 Gen Logistics runs 41 units of Volvo VNR Electric trucks in southern california, aiming for a fully zero-emission fleet by 2025, supported by Volvo Financial Services and TEC Equipment.

North Carolina, United States- Volvo Trucks North America., customer 4 Gen Logistics LLC., a transport company in southern california, now runs 41 units of Volvo VNR Electric trucks, freight throughout the Inland Empire and Port of Long Beach. They expanded after testing one in the Volvo LIGHTS project in 2022, with funding from Volvo Financial Services.

4 Gen Logistic Volvo VNR Electric fleet covers up to 240 miles per shift, with a range of 275 miles on a six-battery setup. TEC Equipment's Fontana and La Mirada dealerships aided in funding evaluation and truck configuration, offering driver training and uptime assistance through the Volvo Gold Contract for operational.

4 Gen Logistics built 60 350 kW charging stations at the Port of Long Beach and is adding 30 more at its Rialto facility to support its growing electric fleet. In addition, 4 Gen Logistics received funding support from California’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) and the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC) for the purchase of the Volvo VNR Electric trucks.

One of 4 Gen Logistics’ newly deployed Volvo VNR Electric trucks will be on display in the Volvo Trucks booth from May 20th to 23rd at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Mr. Jared Ruiz, regional vice president – West, Volvo Trucks North America. “We commend the Duncan family for their dedication to sustainable transportation solutions. With over half of their fleet already converted to battery-electric, they're setting a remarkable standard for environmental responsibility which is particularly important for the disadvantaged communities in which they operate.” “We're excited to collaborate with our dealer partner, TEC Equipment, to support the 4 Gen Logistics team in optimizing the benefits of their Volvo VNR Electric trucks.”

Mr. David Duncan, the owner of 4 Gen Logistics, said, “We have more than 15,000 miles on our first Volvo VNR Electric that was deployed in 2022. Driver feedback has been extremely positive and played a crucial role in our decision to invest in additional Volvo VNR Electric trucks to support our commitment to operating a 100% zero-tailpipe emission fleet by 2025.” “Drivers are adapting quickly to the battery-electric trucks and improving their range each week as they learn to use the regenerative braking.”

Mr. James Barker, electromobility territory finance manager, Volvo Financial Services, said, "The transition to battery-electric vehicles represents a significant shift in the transportation industry, but it's not without its challenges. Cost barriers for fleets adopting battery-electric vehicles are a major concern, along with the supporting infrastructure needed to effectively integrate these vehicles into daily operations,” "4 Gen Logistics is one of the progressive fleets that is leading the way in overcoming these challenges and dedicated to scaling zero emissions vehicles to reduce their impact on the communities where its freight trucks operate. By providing resources and support, Volvo Trucks North America and Volvo Financial Services are making the electromobility transition easier for companies like 4 Gen Logistics. This partnership not only benefits the environment but also helps drive the long-term growth and success of businesses committed to reducing their carbon footprint."