Werner Enterprises Takes a Cautious Approach to Electric Truck Adoption

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn

🔋 Werner Enterprises Takes a Cautious Approach to Electric Truck Adoption.

Werner Enterprises Inc. is approaching the adoption of electric trucks cautiously due to financial concerns and infrastructure challenges, according to Chairman, President, and CEO Derek Leathers. While the company is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by 55% by 2035, Leathers emphasized that the economics of long-haul electric vehicles (EVs) are currently challenging, and the industry relies heavily on subsidies. He also highlighted concerns about the environmental impact of EV raw materials, supply chains, and the significant challenges associated with building charging infrastructure and enhancing the electric grid. Werner Enterprises, one of the leading for-hire trucking companies, plans to remain technology-agnostic and continue testing various alternative technologies, including hydrogen, dual-fuel, electric, and renewable natural gas. The company believes in deploying the best technology based on practicality and cost-effectiveness.

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