Scenario

Bulk cargo transportation from the dock to the steel mill, paved with public roads, with a unilateral transportation distance of about 70 km. 

Launch models

50 standard-load version 6x4 charging and swapping integrated tractors independently developed by Zhizi Automobile, and 50 outsourced semi-trailer dump trucks. With annual traffic volume of about 2 million tons.

Using vehicle electrical separation with complementary charging and swapping within the scene. 

Cooperation mode

1. The port undertakes the transportation capacity of steel mills, with a long contract period and stable demand.

2. Vehicles held by local subsidiaries of Zhizi Automobile are leased to the port; The port is responsible for operations and is asset-light.

3. The vehicle is connected to the intelligent management network platform to improve operational efficiency.

4. Authorize self-insurance service stations at ports for easy maintenance.

Application Advantages

1. New energy vehicles help to improve the environmental ratings of ports and steel mills, and enjoy priority right of road in case of emergency emission reduction.

2. Electric vehicles have a higher purchase cost compared to diesel vehicles, but they can save up to RMB1 per kilometre in energy costs. The energy cost savings within 2 to 3 years can offset the higher purchase cost. Plus, electric vehicles continue to save money in the long run. Under the full life cycle, the economy of electric vehicles is better than that of diesel vehicles.

3. Through the rental model, the energy cost saved every month can cover the extra rent, and the customer can enjoy a lower comprehensive cost than the diesel vehicle every month.

4. Lower maintenance costs for electric vehicles.

5. Electric vehicles are low in noise and vibration, easy to operate, powerful, and the driving experience is far superior to that of diesel vehicles.