The EV Fleet Road Map: International Truck and IC Bus Educational Podcast Series
| Thought leaders from International® Truck and IC Bus® have launched a new podcast series titled the EV Fleet Road Map. This six-episode educational series provides insights on how to seamlessly integrate electric vehicles (EVs) into your fleet and includes covering lessons learned, charging strategies, and ways to avoid common EV pitfalls that could lead to unexpected delays and costs. View all episodes below on youtube, or listen on Spotify and Amazon Music! Episodes focus on the diesel to EV transition, EV consulting and understanding fleet needs, the ins and outs of charging infrastructure, customer onboarding and success, and navigating funding to offset upfront costs. Interested in getting the EV conversation started with a McCandless Truck or Bus Center advisor? Send us a message. |
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 1
The name of the game at International Truck and IC Bus is to make the transition from diesel to electric easy for fleets and dealers alike. While each customer's transition is different, it doesn’t have to be difficult. Our team of Zero Emissions experts have you covered and are sharing solutions, and lessons learned in our newest podcast. Tune into the pilot episode as Trish Reed, VP, Zero Emissions, walks listeners through our three-step approach to ease your fleet’s electrification journey.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 3
Did you know that when installing medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle charging infrastructure, it’s easier, faster, and more cost effective to future proof right off the bat? Long story short—don't buy an EV without considering charging first. For all you need to know about charging infrastructure, join A.J. Palmisano, Director, EV Charging and Infrastructure, International® Truck and IC Bus®, for Part 1 of Episode Three of “The EV Fleet Road Map” podcast series.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 5An OEM's Perspective on Charging Infrastructure - Part 2
A.J. Palmisano, Director, EV Charging and Infrastructure, International® Truck and IC Bus®, invites guest speaker Nick Grindrod, Director of Infrastructure at Quanta Services, to discuss power delivery, building out charging infrastructure, and working with utilities. Tune in for a discussion on rate structures, utilizing off-peak and scheduled charging practices, and how to procure incentives for vehicle-to-grid charging.
The Diesel to Electric Transition: IC Bus and International Truck Helps Fleets Prepare
The name of the game at International Truck and IC Bus is to make the transition from diesel to electric easy for fleets and dealers alike. While each customer's transition is different, it doesn’t have to be difficult. Our team of Zero Emissions experts have you covered and are sharing solutions, and lessons learned in our newest podcast. Tune into the pilot episode as Trish Reed, VP, Zero Emissions, walks listeners through our three-step approach to ease your fleet’s electrification journey.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 3
An OEM’s Perspective on Charging Infrastructure for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles—Part 1
Did you know that when installing medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle charging infrastructure, it’s easier, faster, and more cost effective to future proof right off the bat? Long story short—don't buy an EV without considering charging first. For all you need to know about charging infrastructure, join A.J. Palmisano, Director, EV Charging and Infrastructure, International® Truck and IC Bus®, for Part 1 of Episode Three of “The EV Fleet Road Map” podcast series.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 5
An OEM's Perspective on Charging Infrastructure - Part 2
How Much Power Will Fleets Need for Today, Tomorrow, and Down the Road
A.J. Palmisano, Director, EV Charging and Infrastructure, International® Truck and IC Bus®, invites guest speaker Nick Grindrod, Director of Infrastructure at Quanta Services, to discuss power delivery, building out charging infrastructure, and working with utilities. Tune in for a discussion on rate structures, utilizing off-peak and scheduled charging practices, and how to procure incentives for vehicle-to-grid charging.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 2
Episode two of “The Fleet Road Map” podcast breaks down the electric vehicle consulting process and why it’s so important that truck and bus fleets understand what to expect along their journey toward zero emissions. Join Landre Eagleton, Director of Zero Emissions Consulting & Solutions for International® Truck and IC Bus® as he takes a deep dive into the entire consulting process.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 4
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 6
Government and state funding is available for electric vehicle (EV) fleets; although, many aren’t sure how much money is out there or how to access these funds. Since EV incentives are a key part of the equation and a cost-effective way for truck and bus fleets to begin building out their networks, International Truck and IC Bus have each created a dedicated team to provide grant application support to customers. Tune into the latest episode of “The EV Fleet Road Map” podcast as Cassie McDonald, Zero Emissions Grant Manager, breaks down how we are helping fleets navigate grant eligibility criteria to increase their chances of acquiring appropriate funding.
Consulting: Understanding Fleet Electrification Needs
Episode two of “The Fleet Road Map” podcast breaks down the electric vehicle consulting process and why it’s so important that truck and bus fleets understand what to expect along their journey toward zero emissions. Join Landre Eagleton, Director of Zero Emissions Consulting & Solutions for International® Truck and IC Bus® as he takes a deep dive into the entire consulting process.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 4
Electric Vehicle Onboarding: The Keys to Success for Truck & Bus Fleets
Part of a successful electric vehicle journey for truck and bus fleets is ensuring that drivers, technicians, and managers are comfortable with the overall operations of the vehicles. Join us for a deep dive based on learnings from early adopters into how you can successfully and seamlessly onboard EVs into your fleet in Episode four of “The EV Fleet Road Map” podcast by International® Truck and IC Bus®. Listen in as Joe Jenkins, Zero Emissions Customer Onboarding Manager, walks us through some of the key differences between electric and internal combustion engine vehicles, including regenerative braking, what drivers and technicians should keep an eye on during inspections, and high-voltage safety for maintenance providers.
The EV Fleet Road Map: Episode 6
How to Navigate Electric Vehicle Funding
Government and state funding is available for electric vehicle (EV) fleets; although, many aren’t sure how much money is out there or how to access these funds. Since EV incentives are a key part of the equation and a cost-effective way for truck and bus fleets to begin building out their networks, International Truck and IC Bus have each created a dedicated team to provide grant application support to customers. Tune into the latest episode of “The EV Fleet Road Map” podcast as Cassie McDonald, Zero Emissions Grant Manager, breaks down how we are helping fleets navigate grant eligibility criteria to increase their chances of acquiring appropriate funding.