Semi trucks are no different from other vehicles in that they produce tailpipe emissions that need to be dealt with. But while companies like Tesla are building electric semis, the need for supersized battery packs in order to deliver enough range while hauling makes electrification more challenging for big trucks than it is for passenger cars. A California-based startup has come up with an alternative solution, but it’s a weird one. Founded in 2020, Revoy designed a module containing a battery pack and electric motor that sits between tractor and trailer, turning any semi truck into a temporary hybrid. It seems like a bit of a head scratcher to me,…
Battery-Powered Semi Truck ‘Backpack’ Converts Diesel Big Rigs to Hybrids. But Why?
