In the United States, electric truck sales increased threefold in 2023, although they still represented less than 0.1% of total truck sales. This indicates a significant potential for growth as policies and infrastructure continue to develop in favor of electric vehicles.
Motiv Power Systems has unveiled its latest innovation, the Argo electric truck . This new vehicle is designed for a wide range of applications, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of electric commercial vehicles.
The Argo is Motiv’s proprietary electric powertrain, which enhances its performance and reliability. The truck’s versatility is a standout feature, as it can be customized with different body configurations, including cargo boxes, flatbeds, and more, making it a perfect fit for numerous industries and a wide range of applications.
Available in multiple configurations, Argo supports dock height for lower-profile applications and a more comprehensive range of truck body lengths for work site vehicles (short dump trucks and aerial lifts), walk-through delivery trucks (step vans), dry freight or refrigerated trucks up to 30 feet long, and buses.
Key Features
- Heavier payloads, farther: Argo trucks haul up to 14,000 pounds of payload and can drive up to 200 miles.
- Safety: Safety is a top priority in the Argo’s design. Its safety-focused design prioritizes visibility, with forward command seating, low beltlines, larger windshields, and a low curbside window. These elements provide drivers with a clear view of their surroundings, ensuring pedestrian safety. Additional visibility enhancements are offered through front and rear cameras and optional e-mirrors.
- Diesel-equivalent torque: Argo’s patented motor and controller, co-developed with Nidec, offers torque comparable to a Class 8 diesel and motor performance equivalent to an 800V system, all using a 400V system compatible with all DC fast chargers.
- Compatible with 14-foot to 30-foot truck bodies: The Argo has wheelbases ranging from 178 to 252 inches. Available in a dock-height configuration with standard 295/75R22.5 tires or a lower-profile height with 245/70R19.5 tires, Argo works in almost any medium-duty application.
About Motiv
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Motiv is a leading manufacturer of medium-duty, zero-emission electric trucks. Motiv produces a range of vehicles, including step vans, shuttle buses, box trucks, and work trucks.
Motiv has been developing, manufacturing, and deploying electric step vans, box trucks, and shuttles to businesses for over a decade. Their vehicles have been on the road for more than 15 years, collectively driving 4 million miles and delivering approximately 240 million pounds of goods, a testament to our commitment to quality and reliability.
