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Feasibility Analysis of Electric Vehicle Integration into Class 8 Truck Routes

Company: Goodwill Keystone Area

Major(s):
Primary: IE
Secondary: EGEE

Non-Disclosure Agreement: NO

Intellectual Property: NO

The transportation sector, particularly freight logistics, is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, prompting an urgent need for cleaner alternatives. Class 8 trucks, essential for long-haul freight, are heavily reliant on diesel, which significantly contributes to pollution. This capstone project aims to analyze the feasibility of integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into Class 8 truck routes, with a focus on route efficiency, the current range of EVs, potential return on investment (ROI), and the future outlook of emerging technologies.