Oshkosh Unveils Electric Future: From Garbage Trucks to Fire Engines
Oshkosh unveils electric vehicles for the future, from garbage trucks to fire engines.
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Oshkosh Unveils Electric Future: From Garbage Trucks to Fire Engines
Oshkosh, the renowned defense contractor, is making a bold move into the civilian market with a series of innovative electric vehicles. At CES 2025, the company showcased its vision for a future where sustainability meets cutting-edge technology, unveiling a range of EVs designed to revolutionize everyday services. Beyond the USPS: Expanding the Electric Horizon While Oshkosh is currently in the process of delivering its electric delivery trucks to the United States Postal Service, the company has ambitious plans to expand its electric vehicle portfolio. This includes: McNeilus Volterra ZFL: An all-electric front-loader garbage truck equipped with AI-powered bin detection and a robotic arm for efficient waste collection. The truck also features a sophisticated contamination system to identify and remove non-recyclable materials. HARR-E: An autonomous electric refuse collection robot designed to provide on-demand trash and recycling pickup. Residents can schedule pickups via a smartphone a…