CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Electric heavy-duty freight trucks are now becoming part of daily operations across Hampton Roads, and local leaders say the biggest impact may go beyond the vehicles themselves.
The trucks are part of a six-year pilot partnership involving logistics company NFI, Dominion Energy, and Meta. The goal is to test zero-emission freight transportation while supporting the Port of Virginia’s long-term sustainability efforts and preparing the regional workforce for changes in the logistics industry.
Workforce shifts already underway
According to NFI Director of Sustainability Alexa Branco, transitioning to electric freight vehicles requires new skills for both technicians and drivers.
“This creates demand for technicians trained in electric vehicle diagnostics and battery management systems,” Branco said…