Plano becomes first city in North Texas to implement all-electric trash truck

Plano has become the first city in North Texas to introduce an all-electric trash and recycling collection truck. According to the City of Plano, the new truck can serve up to 1,100 homes on a single charge, making it an efficient solution that supports environmental goals by eliminating emissions and reducing operational costs traditionally spent on fuel and maintenance. The state-of-the-art electric vehicle, a 2-axle LET2 (Low Entry Tilt 2) from Battle Motors, has been added to the city's fleet of 22 eco-friendly vehicles. It is outfitted with the Heil...