Medium- and Heavy-duty Electric Truck Charging Assessment to 2035 in California: Projections and Practical Challenges

This comprehensive study assesses the charging infrastructure needs for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks in California through 2035. The researchers project California will require 151-156 thousand chargers by 2030, increasing to 434-460 thousand by 2035. The associated infrastructure investment could reach $7.1-7.4 billion by 2030 and up to $16-18 billion by 2035. The study develops a detailed matrix for estimating charging needs by truck class (2b through 8), charging power levels (Level 2 to 1MW), and distinguishes between depot and public charging requirements. Key findings include the need for approximately 183 charging ports to be built daily through 2030 to meet projections, with most installations expected for heavy-duty pickup trucks and medium-duty urban trucks.