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Chris Bennett is a trusted clean transportation leader spearheading Laser Logistics' 2 million mile and counting heavy-duty EV program, alternative fuel strategy, and sustainability endeavors with a clean focus on heavy-duty EVs. He collaborates closely with clients and industry stakeholders to enhance performance, drive out costs, and maximize clean transportation solutions' added value and benefits. As a thought leader and advocate of pragmatic transportation sustainability solutions, Chris drives innovation, fosters partnerships, and builds transportation sustainability roadmaps for shippers that pave the way for a cleaner and more efficient transportation future.
In this episode…
Heavy-duty electrification faces skepticism from fleets who see it as expensive, impractical, and unsuitable for their operations. Many believe EVs can't handle the demands of commercial trucking, require massive infrastructure investments, and won't work in harsh weather conditions. With the pressure to reduce emissions mounting and operational costs continuing to climb, how can fleets find viable pathways to electrification that actually make business sense?
According to Chris Bennett, the key lies in starting where the technology works best and expanding outward in concentric circles. He explains how yard operations create the perfect environment for heavy-duty EVs—with predictable routes, return-to-base operations, and controlled environments that maximize battery efficiency. Chris highlights how his company has achieved 90% fuel cost savings while improving driver comfort and safety, proving that electrification can deliver both environmental and economic benefits when applied strategically. By focusing on practical applications and sharing real-world data, he demonstrates how fleets can move beyond myths to embrace solutions that work today.
In this episode of Roadrageous, hosts Liam Hoch and Chad Lindholm sit down with Chris Bennett, clean transportation leader at Laser Logistics, to discuss how heavy-duty electrification is succeeding in yard operations and what that means for the broader industry. They explore the realities of EV performance versus common misconceptions, the "Big Six" safety protocols that enhance driver training, and how regenerative braking creates both safety and efficiency benefits. Chris also shares practical advice for fleets considering electrification, the importance of right-sizing charging infrastructure, and his vision for how electrification will expand from confined operations to longer-haul applications.
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