Net-Zero Carbon EP68 Bringing trailers to life

Published: March 3, 2023, 11 p.m.

Fleet operators looking to decarbonize are often forced to choose between complex or expensive options that may result in operational headaches. One startup is looking to accelerate decarbonization of commercial transportation by seamlessly integrating efficiency-building technology into the trailer. Ali Javidan, CEO of Range Energy, joins the show today to share how the smart, electrified trailer platform that he and his team are building can reduce fuel use and emissions by over 40%.\nRange Energy (Range) accelerates the electrification of commercial transportation via powered trailers for the heavy duty truck market. With a solution that can easily hook up to any tow vehicle, Range\u2019s powered trailers can rapidly ease the transition to electrification and meet its commercial partners\u2019 immediate needs and long-term ambitions. Range was founded in 2021 and is led by a team with deep EV industry expertise from Tesla, Zoox, Honda, and more. The company is backed by leading investors including UP Partners, R7, Yamaha Motor Ventures, and more.\nFollow the Net-Zero Carbon Podcast\nOther FreightWaves Shows\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices