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Communities are growing and evolving, and our commercial and industrial needs are changing. Now more than ever, we need safe, reliable, and clean options. Manufacturers can now partner with electrification experts at Proterra to electrify their medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles and industrial equipment. Proterra battery technology is already powering commercial vehicles and equipment from world-class manufacturers, helping operators reduce emissions while lowering operating costs. Designed in Silicon Valley and manufactured in Greer, South Carolina, by the best minds in battery engineering, Proterra battery systems are safe, reliable, and efficient.

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Company size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Burlingame, CA

Type

Privately Held

Specialties

Clean Technology, Commercial Electric Vehicles, Electrifying Commercial Vehicles, Electrifying Industrial Equipment, Battery Manufacturing, Batteries for Electrification in Commercial Vehicles , Electrifying School Buses, and Industrial Batteries

Locations

Employees at Proterra

Updates

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Proterra's battery technology is not just changing the game—it's defining it. With safety and performance as our top priorities, we're setting new industry standards and powering the shift to an all-electric, emissions-free future. Our technology is driven by a team that is dedicated to innovation and sustainability and is reaching our goals through our collaborative spirit, where every voice matters, every idea counts, and every product pushes us closer to a better world.
Battery energy density is the key to longer range, better efficiency, and higher payloads in electric vehicles. As the shift to electric vehicles accelerates, here's what you need to know. Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/g3yZTags
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Our latest blog post breaks down how battery energy density impacts electric vehicle range, efficiency, and performance. Read Understanding Battery Energy Density in Electric Vehicles at the link below! ⬇️ -- What is it? ⚖️ Gravimetric (Wh/kg): Energy per weight 📦 Volumetric (Wh/L): Energy per size Why does it matter? ✅ More range – Drive farther between charges. ✅ Better efficiency – Lighter batteries = less energy use. ✅ Higher payloads – Ideal for commercial EVs. At Proterra, we’re advancing battery tech with high energy density, durability, and smart thermal management—powering the shift to a sustainable, electric future.
Understanding Battery Energy Density in Electric Vehicles Proterra on LinkedIn
Congratulations to our partners at Thomas Built Buses on the launch of the second-generation Jouley, powered by Proterra! We’re proud to collaborate with a company that’s leading the charge in sustainable student transportation. 🚍⚡🌱

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Meet the next generation: Thomas Built Buses’ Jouley Gen 2, designed with customer-driven enhancements and the latest in electric school bus technology. From the powerful 14Xe eAxle from Accelera by Cummins to the advanced 800V Proterra battery system, Jouley Gen 2 is built for maximum efficiency, smooth performance and easy maintenance. Read more about how Thomas Built is shaping school districts’ path to decarbonization: https://bit.ly/3DUk1oc
2024 has been a transformational year for Proterra. Here is a recap! ⚡ This year Proterra became a standalone, independent business operating within Volvo Group. With Volvo’s world-renowned safety standards and our advanced battery technology, we are excited to work together to accelerate electrification in the commercial vehicle market. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gn7_FY4c⚡ Proterra continued our partnership with Daimler Truck North America in 2024 to supply batteries for the Thomas Built Buses' Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley and Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation's MT50e, marking over 1,000 vehicles delivered together since 2018.including the Thomas Built Buses' Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley and Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation's MT50e. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ghzsmfvG⚡ Proterra announced a partnership with Taylor Machine Works, Inc. to provide battery technology for its ZLC and ZEC-series electric container handlers, ZRS-series reach stackers, and ZH-series electric forklifts. This collaboration is driving the electrification of ports across America. Notably, Yusen Terminals LLC at the Port of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Taylor Machine Works, deployed the nation's first five commercially available battery-electric top handlers at a marine terminal. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/evUvucEa⚡ Proterra participated in top industry events like ACT Expo / ACT News, IAA TRANSPORTATION, Advanced Automotive Batteries, and The Battery Show meeting with industry leaders and sharing our vision for a sustainable, electrified future, powered by our battery technology. This year has been a pivotal chapter in Proterra's journey, recharging our optimism and determination to power the shift in the commercial vehicle and industrial equipment markets. Here’s to leading the way toward a more sustainable transportation future! 💡🔋
A virtual holiday card from Team Proterra! 🎄✨ Wishing you a joyous and peaceful holiday season. As the year comes to a close, we want to thank you for being a part of our journey!
Our battery packs are engineered like fortified structures, combining durable enclosures and supportive internal modules to excel in commercial and industrial applications. They undergo rigorous mechanical testing including: Vibration Testing: Simulates up to a million miles of road wear. Impact Testing: Resists hits from manhole covers and tow hitches. Crush Testing: Withstands over 100 kN of force to protect internal cells. Built to perform, built to last. 💪🔧
This week, our team had the privilege of attending the Advanced Automotive Batteries Conference, where our Chief Engineer, Thomas Blazak, took the stage to present on Battery Safety in Commercial EVs: Innovations and Best Practices. 🔋 We're proud to share how we approach safety and to help shape the future of our industry. The conference left us with an encouraging outlook on the incredible advancements already made and what’s on the horizon for the automotive battery industry. Together, we’re driving innovation forward! 🚚⚡
Take a peek behind the scenes at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Greer, South Carolina! Here, we’re crafting advanced battery packs that drive the future of clean energy, powering commercial electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Together with our partners, we’re delivering the technology they need to build a sustainable future—one battery at a time. 🌍🔋

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