http://www.gizmag.com/smith-utilimaster-newton-step-van-fedex/21902
100 mi range with up to 12 tons gross weight. Looks viable.
See my April 2 entry under 'increasing battery costs.'
Sorry, 'Battery costs can only rise.'
April 2nd interview with FedEx CEO Fred Smith on energy topics including converting delivery vans to electric:
http://www.npr.org/2012/04/02/149703488/oil-scare-turns-fedex-onto-energ...
See my April 2 entry under 'increasing battery costs.'
Sorry, 'Battery costs can only rise.'
April 2nd interview with FedEx CEO Fred Smith on energy topics including converting delivery vans to electric:
http://www.npr.org/2012/04/02/149703488/oil-scare-turns-fedex-onto-energ...