Exclusive: I Spotted the Windrose E1400 Electric Heavy Haulage Truck in Sydney!

As a senior writer for CarExplore.com.au, I’ve seen my fair share of impressive vehicles, but nothing quite prepared me for what I witnessed in Sydney yesterday. I had the incredible luck of catching an exclusive first glimpse of the Windrose E1400 electric heavy haulage truck on Australian soil!

My First Impressions

When I first laid eyes on the E1400, I was struck by its sleek, aerodynamic design. It’s unlike any truck I’ve seen before, with a futuristic look that screams innovation. But it’s not just about looks – the specs on this beast are truly mind-blowing.

"Virtually" invisible

Moreover, the other thing I did was run to the Service NSW and the PPSR websites to check the registration number on the plate to see what information it would reveal, and to my surprise, the Windrose E1400 is virtually invisible, it does not appear on any registration search database in Australia, it is virtually invisible!

Key Features I Noted:

• A whopping 670km range on a single charge when fully loaded
• An enormous 729kWh battery capacity
• Lightning-fast charging that adds 400km of range in just 35 minutes
• An industry-leading drag coefficient of 0.2755
• A peak power output of 1044kW (1400hp) from its dual drive axles

What This Means for Australia

Seeing this truck in Sydney got me thinking about the potential impact on our trucking industry. Imagine zero-emission trips between Sydney and Melbourne! The E1400’s capabilities could revolutionize long-haul transport across our vast country.

My Take on the Future of Australian Trucking

As I watched the E1400 silently cruise by, I couldn’t help but feel excited about the future. This truck represents a significant step towards sustainable heavy transport in Australia. Its long range and fast charging capabilities make it a genuine contender to replace traditional diesel trucks on our longest routes.

Jon Thomson from TruckandBus News wrote a dedicated piece on the Windrose E1400, offering his expert analysis on the company’s claims and the truck’s potential impact on the Australian market. Thomson raises some interesting points about the ambitious nature of Windrose’s assertions:

“The claims make for some eye watering reading and while they are just that just claims there must be some doubt cast over the truth. The weight, range and recharging times out do some of the most highly resourced automotive companies in the world, including Daimler, Volvo, Toyota, Triton (Scania/MAN/International, all of whom have taken a more conservative and more plausible path in announcing their range, weight and performance figures.”

Thomson’s skepticism provides a valuable counterpoint to the excitement surrounding the E1400, reminding us to approach these groundbreaking claims with a critical eye. His expertise in the trucking industry adds depth to the ongoing discussion about the future of electric heavy haulage in Australia.

I can’t wait to see how this development unfolds. Will we soon see fleets of these electric giants traversing the Nullarbor? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – the future of Australian trucking just got a whole lot more interesting.

Stay tuned to CarExplore.com.au – I’ll be keeping a close eye on the Windrose E1400 and bringing you all the latest updates. This is one truck that’s definitely worth watching!