North America's newest zero-emissions commercial truck brand, ZM Trucks, will make its debut.As the western expression of ZO Motors, ZM Trucks will present five models in the Class 4, 5, 6 and "baby8" segments, expected to be on sale before the end of 2024.
Each ZM Trucks model is optimized for local market needs and will be assembled in North America and compliant with all North American regulations, using market-proven platforms that have accumulated millions of real-world driving miles, resulting in purpose-built, zero-emission work trucks, offering total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) advantages versus traditional diesel trucks.
"ZM Trucks isn't your typical untested startup. As a subsidiary of ZO Motors Tokyo, our zero-emissions vehicles are grounded in proven and reliable technology, as well as solid funding and access to supply chain resources and partnerships that would be out of reach for most brands starting out," stated Joost de Vries, CEO of ZM Trucks. "ZM Trucks will offer tangible financial, operational, and regulatory competitive advantages, such as improved cost-per-mile performance, decreased downtime for maintenance, better city-center access due to noise abatement regulations, and enhanced driver comfort."
ZM Trucks provides for cost-efficient charging, making battery electric vehicle driving hassle-free with powerful 20 kW AC charging solutions, alongside standard DC charging options. A standard 220v/100a circuit will allow for overnight charging. The trucks are designed with clean back-of-cab and chassis rails, enabling efficient and easy upfit solutions. With available dual electric Power Takeoffs (ePTOs) on all cab/chassis platforms, ZM Trucks are ready for the diverse challenges of the work truck world.
ZM Trucks also provides comprehensive support, aiding customers not only with initial paperwork to access State incentives but also with the ongoing reporting requirements, ensuring maximum retention of funds during the transition from diesel-powered trucks to zero-emission solutions. Beyond truck sales, ZM Trucks offers complete transportation solutions, including service, diagnostics, parts support, and a cloud-based fleet management system designed to optimize drivers and routes, all focused on reducing cost-per-mile.
ZM4 – A Class 4 Battery Electric Van with a unibody design, high payload and 132 kWh HV battery.
Range: 150 mi / 242 km
Payload: 5,730 lbs. / 2,600 kg
Cargo: 497 cu ft / 14 m³
130 kW E-Axle with underfloor HV Batteries
AC Charging: 20% - 100% in 5.5 hrs
ZM8 FCEV – A market proven Class 6 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle with over 2,500,000 miles already accumulated.
Range: 186 mi / 300 km
Payload: 13,560 lbs. / 6,150 kg
Fuel Cell Power: 110 kW
Hydrogen Storage: 26 lbs. / 12 kg
Rapid Refueling: 5 min
ePTO: 15kW + 30 kW
ZM22 FCEV – A Class 8 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle with the same proven e-Axle as the battery electric ZM22 and supported by a 60 kWh in-frame HV battery
Range: 311 mi / 500 km
Payload: 34,720 lbs. / 15,750 kg
Fuel Cell Power: 200 kW
ePTO: 20kW + 60 kW
Hydrogen Storage: 66 lbs. / 30 kg
Rapid Refueling: 11 minutes
For more information, please visit www.ZMTrucks.com.
