Tresa Motors, an Indian commercial vehicle startup focused on medium and heavy-duty electric trucks, has secured a significant pre-order for 1,000 electric trucks from JFK Transporters, a leading logistics company in India.

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“We have worked for many years to get to the stage we are at now, with Tresa, and yet, this is just the beginning. We are delighted that leading logistics companies like JFK Transporters are coming forward and reposing their faith in us,” says Rohan Shravan, Founder & CEO, Tresa Motors. ”Tresa trucks represent the pinnacle of innovation, combining cutting-edge technology with sustainability. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to reducing carbon emissions and paving the way for a cleaner, more efficient, and more environmentally responsible transportation industry.”

Tresa Motors claims that its trucks boast impressive features, including a maximum torque of 24,000Nm and a top speed of 120kmph, supported by a 300kWh battery allowing for a quick 15-minute charge time (10-80% SOC). These trucks are built on the Axial Flux Motor Platform Flux 350 and equipped with the Meg50 800V 50kWh self-contained battery pack module. Tresa asserts that its trucks offer superior performance, enhanced cooling capabilities, increased efficiency, compact size, and flexibility, ensuring cost-effectiveness for customers.

While the financial details of the order remain undisclosed, the collaboration between Tresa Motors and JFK Transporters signals a significant stride towards sustainable transportation solutions in India.

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