TPI Composites Manufactures All-Composite Cab for the Next-Generation Kenworth SuperTruck 2
May 22 2024 - 4:04PM
Today TPI Composites, Inc., (TPI) (Nasdaq: TPIC) announced its
contributions on the Kenworth SuperTruck 2 that is being exhibited
at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas,
Nevada. The all-composite cab, engineered and manufactured by TPI,
pushes the boundaries of weight reduction and aerodynamics. TPI’s
expertise in the development and design of lightweight,
high-strength composite materials enable the manufacturing of
critical components and cab structures with significant weight
reduction and improved freight efficiency.
The SuperTruck 2 program is a public-private partnership with
the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that challenged truck makers to
improve freight efficiency using a diesel engine as the main power
source. The program has the potential to significantly impact the
trucking industry while making significant strides towards a more
sustainable future. Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 was the result of a
joint investment by the DOE and PACCAR, Kenworth’s parent
company.
The ultramodern style of the Kenworth all-composite cab is 20%
lighter than a comparable traditional metallic cab typical of Class
8 vehicles while also providing significant improvements in
aerodynamics. The project was led by PACCAR, a global leader in the
design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium-
and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF
nameplates. “We appreciate TPI’s partnership, expertise, and
R&D investment in the development of the composite cab which
supports the light-weighting and aerodynamic improvement goals of
our SuperTruck 2 program.” Joe Adams, Kenworth’s chief
engineer.
Composite cab structures enable truck OEMs (Original Equipment
Manufacturers) to bring new products to market quicker, with lower
production investment and offer multiple performance advantages
over traditional metallics. Composites can be molded into complex
shapes, creating design flexibilities that allow for more
aerodynamic designs using fewer parts. They are lighter weight,
contributing to improved fuel efficiency for internal combustion
vehicles and extended range on electric vehicles.
“We are thrilled to partner with Kenworth on this
state-of-the-art program,” said Todd Altman, Senior Director of
Automotive at TPI Composites. “Our structural composite solutions
are ideally suited for the demands of the trucking industry,
offering many advantages including reduced investment and quicker
to market, while also enabling the design of more aerodynamic and
fuel-efficient vehicles.”
About TPI Composites, Inc.
TPI Composites, Inc. is a global company focused on innovative
and sustainable solutions to decarbonize and electrify the world.
TPI delivers high-quality, cost-effective composite solutions
through long-term relationships with leading OEMs in the wind and
automotive markets. TPI is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona and
operates factories in the U.S., Mexico, Türkiye, and India. TPI
operates additional engineering development centers in Denmark and
Germany and global service training centers in the U.S. and
Spain.
Investor
Relations480-315-8742investors@tpicomposites.com
TPI Composites (NASDAQ:TPIC)
Historical Stock Chart
From Jul 2024 to Aug 2024
TPI Composites (NASDAQ:TPIC)
Historical Stock Chart
From Aug 2023 to Aug 2024