Startup ReVolt Motors to Debut Retrofit Hybrid Semi, Featuring About 40% Fuel Savings

An exciting, bold and sustainable, heavy truck hybrid retrofit revolution is happening in Austin, Texas. On February 5, 2025, ReVolt Motors announced it is making its debut as the sole U.S.-based provider of hybrid drivetrain solutions for commercial fleets and owner-operators, offering exceptional performance and efficiency while also minimizing emissions. This innovative engineering and design company is poised to captivate audiences at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, from March 27-29, 2025, where it will reveal a groundbreaking retrofit of the iconic Peterbilt 379, featuring a series hybrid engine for the first time ever.

ReVolt has crafted its retrofit solution with the American trucker at the forefront, aiming to build a smarter, more practical vehicle. With a straightforward flip of a switch, drivers can seamlessly transition from using a diesel generator on highways to running on electricity in regions with zero-emissions regulations. These innovative retrofit solutions are equipped with an impressive 3,500 lbs.-ft. of torque and 670 horsepower, making it more than capable of handling even the most demanding freight tasks effortlessly.

“Drivers should not have to choose between losing their longtime routes because of changing regulatory environments or losing the truck in which they have already made significant investments,” said Gus Gardner, ReVolt Motors founder and CEO. “American truckers want their trucks to reflect their identity, and our retrofit technology allows them to continue driving the trucks they love while still making a living.”

ReVolt’s retrofit solution offers a significantly more budget-friendly alternative to buying a new electric truck, which can easily surpass $500,000 before factoring in customizations and accessories. The retrofit also eliminates the need for a separate auxiliary power unit (APU) to power the sleeper cab, providing drivers with continuous heat and air conditioning without idling the main engine.

Additional savings are achieved through the truck’s impressive fuel efficiency. In targeted applications, a ReVolt truck can achieve at least 12 miles per gallon, resulting in roughly 40% in fuel savings. These fuel savings use less dirty diesel, more clean electricity, fighting the harmful effects of human-caused climate change.

Built for top-tier performance, ReVolt trucks boast a robust 130,000 gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), making them perfect for heavy-duty hauling. The hybrid system efficiently charges the truck’s batteries through the range extender and regenerative braking, eliminating the need for lengthy stops at EV chargers and ensuring drivers never have to worry about running out of power on the road. This seamless system keeps drivers focused on earning, not waiting.

Along with reliability, ReVolt’s innovative technology provides significant environmental advantages. As the U.S. trucking industry is responsible for 25% of the carbon emissions in the transportation sector, ReVolt offers a cleaner alternative for freight hauling. Its hybrid system can reduce carbon emissions by up to 40%, even with the use of diesel fuel, and is set to qualify for EPA certification as a near-zero emissions vehicle.

To learn more, visit ReVolt Motors at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, March 27-29, 2025. The company will debut a show truck—a classic Peterbilt 379 retrofitted with a series hybrid drivetrain—and team members will be available to discuss the technology and features. Attendees will also have the opportunity to schedule a test drive during the event.

EVinfo.net commends ReVolt for tackling two vitally important issues, saving truckers money while saving the environment. Hybrid and fully electric retrofits are a fast-growing and important part of the EV revolution, reducing emissions while reducing the waste associated with scrapping well-functioning diesel heavy-duty trucks and gasoline-powered light-duty consumer vehicles.