Fastenal launches operational trial to electrify select fleet trucks

Fastenal Company has begun an operational trial with e-mobility solutions provider ZEVX to convert select pickup trucks in its final-mile delivery fleet to electric vehicles. Having completed a proof-of-concept trial with a single converted vehicle, Fastenal and ZEVX are now conducting a six-state trial using the ZEVX battery electric powertrain and power system products to electrify up to 16 trucks in 2023. The trial reflects Fastenal’s ongoing commitment to test and, when feasible, operationalize battery electric technology in its fleet of 700-plus commercial motor vehicles and 8,200-plus last-mile delivery vehicles. In recent years, the company also participated in a fleet-electrification collaboration program with Penske Truck Leasing and Daimler Trucks North America, which included running two electric straight trucks for 18 months and also completing a short-term pilot of a pre-series electric Class 8 semi-truck. Earlier this year, Fastenal purchased an Orange EV electric yard tractor for its Indianapolis distribution center, and the vehicle went into operation in July.