The Drive May 26 24
Kenworth’s Wild SuperTruck 2 Concept Semi Doubles Efficiency With Bullet Train Aero
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Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 Transforms Freight EfficiencyAchieving 136% efficiency, the hybrid semi saves significant fuel costs over 125,000 miles annually with advanced aerodynamic design.
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- After six years of development, the SuperTruck 2 prototype combines a 440-horsepower diesel engine with a 48-volt electric generator in a hybrid powertrain.
- The vehicle weighs 7,000 pounds less than the 2009 Kenworth T660 and delivers 12.8 mpg, doubling overall freight efficiency by 136%.
- Aerodynamic enhancements include replacing traditional mirrors with cameras and improving driver comfort through a redesigned sleeper berth and easier cabin access.
- Its adaptable design supports future power sources like hydrogen, fuel cells, and batteries for near-zero emissions.
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