Trucking Efficiency Roundup: Rizon expands U.S. dealership network, while DHL and Dragonfly Energy advance fleet electrification and off-grid power

Rizon expands U.S. dealership network to support electric trucks across Arizona, New York, New Jersey, and Washington

Rizon, Daimler Truck’s all-electric commercial vehicle brand for the North American market, continues its steady growth and expands its U.S. sales network with new dealerships in Arizona, New York, New Jersey, and Washington State.

The brand is partnering with Diversified Truck and Equipment Sales in Arizona, Range Zero Emissions in Washington, and Alta eMobility in New Jersey and New York to provide localized sales, service, and fleet support.

“Seeing Rizon trucks at work in such a wide range of industries, from municipal services to hospitality and fuel delivery, underscores the practicality of electric trucks in everyday operations,” Alex Voets, GM of Rizon USA, stated. “Our expanding customer base and dealership network show that more fleets are recognizing the environmental and operational benefits of going electric.” Learn more…

Dragonfly Energy launches Battle Born power stations for industrial and commercial trucking applications

Dragonfly Energy recently introduced the Battle Born Power Station Series, its first line of all-in-one portable power stations for professional and off-grid applications. The series includes the Battle Born Power Station 3000 and Power Station Pro 5000, designed for industrial-grade performance in demanding environments and offering quiet, emissions-free power without fuel or engine maintenance.

“These new products allow us to bring Battle Born reliability into environments where generators have long been the only option,” Tyler Bourns, chief marketing officer at Dragonfly Energy, stated. “We believe these industrial-grade power stations bring trusted performance to applications where portable, dependable power has traditionally been difficult to achieve.”

The Power Station 3000 provides 3,000 watts of continuous output and 2.5 kilowatt-hours of storage, while the Pro 5000 delivers 5,000 watts and 5.1 kilowatt-hours with solar charging capabilities. Assembled in North America, both models are backed by a 30-month limited warranty and are available for pre-order with shipments expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Learn more…

DHL Supply Chain adds first Tesla Semi to Class 8 EV fleet, advancing net zero goals

DHL Supply Chain recently received its first all-electric Tesla Semi, expanding its Class 8 EV fleet in North America to over 150 trucks and advancing decarbonization goals. The Tesla Semi completed a successful pilot in Livermore, California, covering more than 3,000 miles and averaging 1.72 kWh per mile while hauling 75,000 lb. over a 390-mile route.

“Our pilot of the Tesla Semi exceeded expectations, proving its ability to efficiently haul a typical DHL freight over long distances on a single charge,” Jim Monkmeyer, president, Transportation, DHL Supply Chain North America, stated. “Integrating the Tesla Semi into our fleet is an important step toward achieving our decarbonization goals and delivering more sustainable solutions for our customers. With its range of up to 500 miles, the Semi unlocks opportunities that were previously beyond the limits of heavy-duty EVs, and we’re excited to partner with Tesla to make that a reality.”

Now operating from Central California, the Tesla Semi travels about 100 miles per day, requires weekly charging, and is projected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50 metric tons annually. DHL plans to add more Semis in 2026 as Tesla begins volume production, further accelerating its transition to net-zero-emission logistics. Learn more…