India’s road freight sector, dominated by diesel-powered medium- and heavy-duty trucks (MHDTs), contributes approximately 35% of fuel consumption and 45% of transport emissions. With the fleet projected to grow 2.6 times by 2050, transitioning to zero-emission trucks (ZETs) is critical. 

Early e-MHDT Pilots in India 

Battery electric MHDTs (e-MHDTs), the most mature ZET technology, are being piloted across diverse use cases in India. This report by e-FAST India in collaboration with its knowledge partners, Climate Group, and CEEW, presents insights from seven early e-MHDT pilot projects, highlighting diverse business models, stakeholder collaboration, and the experiences of fleet operators, OEMs, logistics providers, and truck drivers. 

Figure 1: Early e-MHDT Pilots in India 
 

Recommendations for Stakeholders 
To Accelerate e-MHDT deployment, the report outlines actionable recommendations for key stakeholders. 

Figure 2: Recommendations for Key Stakeholders to Drive Freight Electrification 

Dive into the report below to explore case studies from across India and learn how early e-MHDT pilots are shaping a cleaner, more inclusive, and efficient trucking ecosystem.