Dragonfly Energy announced Wednesday it's new Battle Born all-electric auxiliary power unit (APU).
The lithium-based APU can operate HVAC, appliances and other electronics while the truck is powered off, with no harmful emissions or loud engine idling. It recharges while the truck is being driven.
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"As the trucking industry faces stricter regulations, we believe an all-electric APU is a crucial first step in reducing fuel consumption and emissions," says Wade Seaburg, Dragonfly's chief revenue officer. "We are entering this growing market and have secured pilot programs with fleets representing roughly 15% of the North American heavy-duty trucking market. We believe this is a significant opportunity for Dragonfly Energy to diversify and grow its revenue while providing a compelling return on investment to fleet operators."
The Battle Born APU is about a fifth of the weight compared to traditional lead-acid batteries, the company says, providing truckers with more payload capacity.
"We've seen positive feedback from our pilot programs, with more programs expected to be initiated soon," says Steve Carlson, original equipment manufacturer product manager at Dragonfly. "Because this product provides a number of benefits to not only the driver directly, but to the trucking company as a whole, we believe this is a win-win."
