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The Trucking Revolution: Long Haul Trucks & Logistics

By Contributing Author | 01/19/2018 | 9:58 AM
By Gavin Parnell, Go Supply Chain Consulting
 
Elon Musk and Tesla are paving a new future in logistics. Their applications in manufacturing make them a strong market contender for disruption.
 
Diesel trucks still have the advantage of range and ease of use. This can make or break some logistic routes, making them an obvious choice. Volvo and Scania have made good progress with biofuel alternatives, making their vehicles more competitive. 
 
Go Supply Chain have created an infographic comparing the new Tesla Semi to diesel trucks.
 
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The rush for the most efficient truck has started - only time will tell a winner.
 

GavinParnell

Gavin Parnell, BA (Hons) MSc. MILT MCIPS, is a Director of Go Supply Chain with over twenty years’ experience in logistics.  Since 2004 he has worked in consultancy with retail, FMCG, fashion and industrial clients.  Go Supply Chain works to improve clients’ supply chains and logistics operations through design and optimisation of distribution networks, warehouses, transport operations, inventory policies, international logistics and more.

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