Masters Gallery Foods Is First Manufacturer in Wisconsin to Deploy Orange EV

2026-01-26T12:05:46-06:00April 26, 2022|Manufacturing|

PLYMOUTH, Wis., April 12, 2022 – Masters Gallery Foods added to its award-winning green initiatives with the purchase of a pure-electric terminal truck from Orange EV, making it the first manufacturer in the state of Wisconsin to deploy their 100% electric Class 8 truck. Deployed on April 1, 2022 at the company’s Oostburg, Wisconsin, facility, Masters Gallery purchased the electric vehicle for its ability to eliminate diesel emissions, reduce its carbon footprint, increase safety and improve overall efficiency. “Masters Gallery Foods strives to manufacture and distribute products with minimum energy consumption and waste generation,” said Andy Pfister, vice president of procurement and industrial sales for Masters Gallery Foods. “The Orange EV truck aligns with our sustainability efforts, providing a significant increase in efficiency and longevity compared to diesels, thereby also reducing the necessity and frequency of replacing vehicles. Our plan is to go completely electric with our terminal fleet by June 2023.” “Industry analyses conclude that terminal trucks are the best way for fleets to begin their Class 8 electrification journey, and in the process, make meaningful emissions reductions,” said Zack Ruderman, Orange EV vice president of sales and marketing. “Replacing one moderate-use diesel yard truck with electric eliminates an estimated 750 tons of carbon dioxide over its lifetime use. We applaud Masters Gallery Foods for their leadership in the heavy-duty EV sector, and their commitment to deploying safer, healthier equipment.” “We believe sustainability is inherent to long-term success, and the decisions we make today influence our people, the environment and our community. We work diligently to integrate social responsibility into all of our business operations,” said Jeff Gentine, Masters Gallery Foods president and CEO. “We are constantly on the lookout for advancements in knowledge and technology as they relate to our environment.” Published: { "@context": "", "@type": "ImageObject", "contentUrl": "", "contentlocation": "United States", "url": "", "name": "orage-ev-delivered-to-masters-gallery-in-oostburg", "description": "Masters Gallery Foods Orange EV Electric Truck", "datePublished": "2022-04-25", "provider": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Orange EV", "url": "", "image": "" } }

New High-Load, Higher Speed, Fast Charge Terminal Trucks For Intermodal Operations

2025-10-10T15:14:44-05:00September 20, 2021|Electric Class 8 Truck|

KANSAS CITY, MO, (SEPTEMBER 13, 2021) – Orange EV, a leading manufacturer of innovative, heavy-duty, electric vehicle (EV) truck solutions, has announced its new intermodal terminal trucks, scheduled to be available Q3 2022, to meet the increased cargo handling and lifting demands required by port and rail intermodal operations. Orange EV’s T-Series Class 8 electric terminal trucks have been commercially deployed since 2015 and have proven their outstanding performance, uptime, and cost savings during more than 1 million hours of operation. Built on the experience and success of the T-Series, the new series boasts new design elements and additional power to deliver the increased performance required by faster-paced, maximum-load operations: In addition to the new trucks being a strong fit for intermodal operations, they will also perform especially well in distribution centers and other environments that operate with very heavy loads, steep grades, and/or require faster speeds. Just as the T-Series has been transforming yard management, the new series of trucks will increase efficiency and reduce costs to intermodal operators providing essential services. “Orange EV understands the vital role that today’s port and rail hubs play in goods movement, warehousing, and freight distribution,” said Kurt Neutgens, Orange EV’s Chief Technology Officer. “Intermodal operations that have been looking for safer, more reliable, cost-effective trucks – that can do the job – now have a solution. The new Orange EV trucks will deliver all that and more.” Orange EV is now accepting pre-orders. To learn more about Orange EV yard trucks or schedule a demo, please visit:

RDS Logistics Group Deploys All Electric Vehicles With Toyota

2026-01-26T13:32:29-06:00September 3, 2021|3rd Party Logistics|

RDS Logistics Group announced the deployment of a new electric vehicle fleet today. The new fleet will consist of seven electric terminal yard hostlers as part of RDS Logistics Groups' ongoing effort to promote sustainability. The EVs will be used at the Toyota Ontario Parts Center to increase overall performance and eliminate emissions. The delivery of the EV fleet marks the first electric vehicle deployment at the facility since the two companies joined forces over 24 years ago in 1997. "Adding these emissions-free vehicles to our fleet helps move us closer to achieving the carbon reduction goals laid out in Toyota's Challenge 2050," said , group manager, Parts Supply Chain Operations, Toyota Motor North America. "We're confident in the technology and capability of these new vehicles and look forward to continuing our long-standing relationship with RDS to achieve our common sustainability goals." RDS Logistics Group exists to serve the community and cultivate a better tomorrow for us all. The purchase of their new Orange EVs will assist in propelling environmental protection efforts forward. As a company, RDS Logistics Group has committed to lead the way in reducing carbon emissions, and they look forward to rallying around a more sustainable future. Through decades of industry leadership and proprietary technology, RDS continues to grow, evolve, and develop strategic partnerships with companies that share similar visions. "We are proud to inaugurate the use of Zero-Emissions yard spotters at Toyota's Ontario California facility and thereby contributing to Toyota's ambitious 2035 and 2050 clean air and renewable power initiatives," said , founder, RDS Logistics Group. "Building on this initiative, we are in the process of constructing an additional, greenfield Inland Empire facility that will utilize self-generated and stored solar power along with all-electric handling equipment and LEED qualified building and operating techniques. Toyota is a great business partner with whom to share our clean energy goals." , RDS is a leader in the logistics marketplace. Operations include Intermodal Drayage, Dedicated Trucking, Small Haul Trucking, Regional Trucking, Cross-Dock Services, Brokerage Services, and Yard Management. RDS consistently delivers better outcomes for customers by providing truth and transparency. Please find more information on how RDS is rallying together for our environment and the transportation industry at . ) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships. Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 36,000 in the U.S. The company has contributed world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 30 million cars and trucks at our 9 manufacturing plants, 10 including our joint venture in that begins production in 2021. To help inspire the next generation for a career in STEM-based fields, including mobility, Toyota launched its virtual education hub at .

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