Voltu Motor, a leading innovator in zero-emission commercial vehicle technology, announced a pilot project as part of the City of Riverside’s Fleet Initiative. The project will deploy 10 high performance Voltu3 electric work trucks, showcasing state-of-the art patented onboard fast-charging systems and advanced powertrain technology. The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) and the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Committee provided $600,000 in grant funding.
South Coast AQMD’s grant approval follows Voltu’s recent EO certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB), paving the way for the company’s commercialization of its Class 3 zero-emission trucks statewide.
Voltu’s proprietary on-board fast charger uses the vehicle’s motor and power electronics to enable fast charging up to 200 kW from AC three-phase. This eliminates the need for traditional charging infrastructure, significantly reducing associated costs while ensuring operational efficiency. Combined with Voltu’s robust and high energy density battery pack featuring patented immersion cooling technology, the Voltu3 delivers up to 350 miles of range and dual-motor four-wheel-drive capabilities—matching or exceeding the performance of internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts.
“Voltu’s proprietary onboard fast charger and advanced powertrain set a new benchmark for the commercial EV market,” said Juan Ignacio Artola, Chief Commercial Officer of Voltu Motor. “By combining cost-efficiency with uncompromising vehicle capability, we’re empowering fleets to adopt zero-emission technology without sacrificing performance or profitability.”
Technology-Driven ROI and Operational Excellence
Voltu’s technological framework reduces infrastructure investments and drives substantial operating cost savings. These savings can be achieved without compromising vehicle performance, making the Voltu3 an ideal solution for fleets transitioning to sustainable operations.
According to Rafael Guzman, Assistant City Manager / Chief Sustainability Officer of the City of Riverside, “We have a goal to have zero days of unhealthy air quality and to attain 100% carbon neutral citywide by 2040. The deployment of the Voltu Class 3 zero-emission work truck gets us one step closer to our goal, establishes us as a greener and cleaner city, and sets an example for the State of California.”
These are the first of the Class 3 zero-emission work trucks to be delivered out of Voltu’s new manufacturing site in Riverside. For six months after the vehicle´s deployment, the trucks will be monitored on their capabilities to generate valuable data on performance, charging, and cost-efficiency. This marks a pivotal chapter in Voltu's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for sustainable fleets while setting a benchmark for the industry.
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