Electric Trucks

Trucks are one of the more difficult vehicles to transition to full electric due to their size and functional purpose. Hauling anything requires significant horsepower and fuel consumption, and the limited battery life available just a short handful of years ago made it difficult to develop a truck that could get through a full day of work on a single charge.



Recent advances in battery technology have begun to change that. Within the past couple years, there have been multiple EV trucks developed that meet the power and resilience needs of contractors and other professionals who require workman-like performance from their trucks.  

Currently Available Electric Trucks

Ford F-150 Lightning

The Ford F-150 Lightning is a full-size electric pickup truck produced by Ford Motor Company. The first generation of the F-150 Lightning first entered the market in 2021. The F-150 Lightning has a range of up to 300 miles on a single charge and offers an available fast-charging system that can recharge the battery to 80 percent capacity in just 43 minutes.

The F-150 Lightning also includes several available driver-assist features, such as adaptive cruise control, lane assist, blind spot monitoring and more. Additionally, the F-150 Lightning is compatible with the FordPass app, allowing drivers to monitor their vehicle’s charge, range and more.

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Rivian R1T

The Rivian R1T is an all-electric pickup truck manufactured by Rivian. It features a battery-powered electric drivetrain and a range of up to 400 miles, making it the longest range of any electric vehicle. It also has a towing capacity of 11,000 pounds and a payload capacity of more than 1,700 pounds. The interior includes a large touchscreen display and a customizable cargo bed with a range of accessories.

The R1T has a unique design that combines the look of a traditional pickup truck with modern technology and performance. 

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GMC Hummer EV Pickup

The GMC Hummer EV Pickup was technically the first mass-market all-electric pickup truck and the first Hummer vehicle to be produced since 2010. It is powered by three electric motors that produce up to 1,000 horsepower and 11,500 lb.-ft. of torque, making it one of the most powerful pickup trucks on the market. It has a range of up to 350 miles on a single charge, and is equipped with an array of advanced driver assistance technologies. 

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