Schneider previews Freightliner’s eCascadia Class 8 electric truck

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Schneider (NYSE: SNDR) is showcasing the Freightliner eCascadia electric truck at its Green Bay headquarters, allowing associates to experience this vehicle ahead of its fleet integration. The company previously announced plans to add 62 eCascadia trucks to its Southern California operations. Schneider aims to reduce its per-mile emissions by 7.5% by 2025 and 60% by 2035 as part of its sustainability initiative. Executive Rob Reich emphasized the importance of electric vehicle integration and training in their operations.

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• Demonstrating commitment to sustainability with electric truck integration.
• Plans to reduce per-mile emissions by 7.5% by 2025 and 60% by 2035.
• Hands-on experience with new technology for associates.

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Company associates get a firsthand look at the future of their fleet

GREEN BAY, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Schneider (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, is pleased to host Freightliner at its headquarters in Green Bay this week for company associates to experience the eCascadia Class 8 electric truck prior to integrating the vehicles into their fleet.

In 2021, Schneider announced the addition of 62 Freightliner eCascadia’s into their intermodal operations in Southern California. Incorporating electric trucks is a crucial step for Schneider in meeting the sustainability goal of reducing 7.5% per-mile emissions by 2025 and 60% by 2035.

With Freightliner’s visit, associates at Schneider can experience the electric truck and its capabilities in person.

“Schneider is committed to leading the charge in testing and training new technologies before bringing them to the market and we are grateful for Freightliner offering and showcasing such advancements here in Green Bay,” said Schneider Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer Rob Reich. “Electric vehicle integration is of the utmost importance, and we are so excited for it here at Schneider.”

While the eCascadia is at Schneider’s headquarters, Schneider Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer Rob Reich is available for media interviews on Wednesday, September 7 between 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. CDT, contact Kara Leiterman to schedule an interview time at leitermank@schneider.com or 920-370-7188.

To learn more about sustainability at Schneider, visit here: https://schneider.com/company/corporate-responsibility/sustainability

About Schneider

Schneider is a premier provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider’s solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.

With nearly $5.6 billion in annual revenue, Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for over 85 years. The company’s digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.

For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter: @WeAreSchneider.

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FAQ

What electric truck is Schneider integrating into its fleet?

Schneider is integrating the Freightliner eCascadia electric truck into its fleet.

What are Schneider's emissions reduction goals for 2025 and 2035?

Schneider aims to reduce per-mile emissions by 7.5% by 2025 and 60% by 2035.

Where can Schneider associates experience the eCascadia truck?

Associates can experience the eCascadia truck at Schneider's headquarters in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

When did Schneider announce the addition of eCascadia trucks?

Schneider announced the addition of 62 eCascadia trucks in 2021.

Who is the Executive Vice President of Schneider discussing the electric truck?

Rob Reich is the Executive Vice President discussing the integration of the electric truck.