Peterbilt is taking another step forward in the battery-electric powertrain space.
Introducing the next-generation Model 579EV and the brand-new Model 567EV, the latter of which Peterbilt heralds as the "industry's first electric heavy duty conventional vocational truck." Both vehicles are making their live debuts at the 2025 ACT Expo in Anaheim, California.
The 579EV certainly should look familiar because it is; it's built on the diesel-powered Model 579 platform and developed with a focus on regional hauling and drayage.
Peterbilt has confirmed it'll be available with three battery options with a maximum range of 200 miles on a single charge. An 80 percent charge in 90 minutes is possible thanks to 350kW DC charging.
Other unique features include a new electric parking brake and standard Bendix Fusion Stop & Auto-Go Advanced. The company further says it offers best-in-class ergonomics, LED lighting, and driver comfort.
Styling-wise, the 579EV boasts splayed grille bars with blue accents and a distinctive pattern to further set it apart from its ICE sibling. Side panels with bright bezels and blue accents are found on the hood.
Step inside and you'll find s laser-etched trim panels and gray stitching on the EV-exclusive Platinum Ionic Gray interior.
Designed for vocational purposes
Next up is the all-new 567EV. Designed for vocational tasks like dump and utility trucking and equipment hauling, the vehicle has its own unique exterior design, once again with a blue accented crown and grille. There are also EV-exclusive panels on the side of the hood.
The interior features the same Platinum Ionic Gray color scheme found in the 579EV. Some additional features include four battery capacity options with a maximum range of 250 miles on a single charge in full truck and tractor configurations. There's also configurable electric Power Take Off (ePTO) options rated at 25kW or 150 kW. Peterbilt points out there are configurable PTO controls and switches, body lighting connections, and customizable frame layout options.
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Some additional features include an EV-specific digital driver display that includes essential charging data, configurable powertrain and cabin preconditioning, and an electronical park brake system.
Both vehicles come with a 13-inch touch-enabled infotainment interface.
PACCAR ePowertrain
Both semis feature Peterbilt's new electric vehicle architecture, the PACCAR ePowertrain.
Some of its main highlights include:
- Midship-mounted eMotor with dual electric motors and integrated 3-speed transmission to deliver seamless shifting with no torque interruption
- Multiple power options to optimize for different applications and performance needs up to 605 horsepower and 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque
- Proven and reliable lithium iron phosphate battery (LFP) chemistry
- Selectable three-stage regenerative braking
- Flexible architecture allowing for integration with existing suspensions
- Supports any wheelbase of 190 inches or longer and applications up to 82,000 lbs. gross combined weight
“Designed for performance and efficiency, the next evolution of Peterbilt battery-electric vehicles offer industry-leading versatility, fast-charging capabilities and advanced safety features to meet the needs of today’s fleet and vocational operations,” said Erik Johnson, assistant general manager, Sales and Marketing for Peterbilt. The next-generation Model 579EV and the all-new Model 567EV support the sustainability goals, operational efficiencies and enhanced driver experiences our customers demand for long term success in an evolving industry,” added Johnson.
Peterbilt did not provide details regarding pricing and specific on sale dates.
We'll have more details in the coming days straight from Anaheim, CA.
