Hyliion Rolls with Electric Hybrid Product for Class 8 Trucks
Hyliion, the Class 8 vehicle hybrizing company, has announced the production of 6X4HE System for long haul trucks will begin in November 2017.
Hyliion claims the system is easily installed on new or retrofitted on existing trucks and delivers fuel savings, lower emissions, instant telematics and a better driver experience.
The 6X4HE easily attached to the truck frame and is a self-contained system. Fuel savings of up to 30% are a blend of three technologies: 15% from electric hybrid, 12% from APU, and 3% from aerodynamics. “Innovation in fuel savings is nothing new to Mesilla Valley Trucking, but Hyliion’s system is the only thing we’ve seen that can make such a big impact.” Said Royal Jones, CEO Mesilla Valley Transportation.
Regenerative braking captures power when slowing down then electric power is applied when necessary to keep diesel engines at their most efficient RPM delivering hybrid fuel savings. The APU leverages Hyliion’s proprietary cooling system and battery to deliver 18,000 BTUs for 10 hours on a single charge. In addition, 2 outlets provide electricity in the cab. The 6X4HE is also Shore Power enabled.
“Electrification is the talk of the industry,” stated Scott Perry, Chief Technology and Procurement Officer for Ryder Fleet Management Solutions. “Hyliion provides a creative solution for long-haul over the road trucking that we feel will be of interest to current diesel fleets who are looking for an advanced technology that they can pursue in the very near future.”
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