He adds : “ For this transformation to be successful we need the right products , the right Infrastructure and the right cost . It is like a multiplication equation among these three factors , so that if one of these factors is zero the net result of the transformation will be zero .”
Aneja says Daimler Truck recognises the switch to what he calls “ CO2-neutral propulsion ” will be more expensive , at least initially .
‘ We ’ re working feverishly to reduce cost ’ “ Our engineers are working feverishly to continuously reduce costs and make the overall total cost of ownership equation more attractive ,” he says . “ In the meantime , there is a significant opportunity and need to seed the market with zero-emissions vehicles .”
Returning to the fact that the recharging and refilling infrastructure around electric vehicles is vital , Aneja says that the current lack of a publicly available , nationwide
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