The savings shown are based on an operational cost comparison between an electric truck with a Li-ion battery and one with a lead-acid (Pb) battery, under moderate usage, over a 5-year period, and assuming 750 working hours per year.
Maintenance of Pb batteries:
Lead-acid batteries require regular maintenance not needed with Li-ion:
– Water refilling:
– Monthly battery cleaning:
The combination of lower energy consumption and the elimination of recurring maintenance tasks results in a significant total cost saving when opting for Li-ion technology. The amount shown next to the vehicle price reflects this accumulated savings over the 5 years of operation under these conditions.
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