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Kriete, Hino Partner to Support Electric Truck Customers

Kriete Truck Centers has collaborated with Hino Trucks to install charging stations provided by ChargePoint in it's Madison, Wisconsin location.

Kriete, Hino Partner to Support Electric Truck Customers

The installation of two ChargePoint EV stations is a significant milestone in the electrification journey of Kriete Truck Centers.

Photo: Kriete Truck Centers

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Kriete Truck Centers announced it has installed two charging stations at its Madison, Wisconsin location to serve the needs of its electric truck customers.

Family owned and operated for 70-years with 10 locations across the state, Kriete partnered with Hino Trucks utilizing its end-to-end electric vehicle (EV) enablement solution, Inclusev, in securing the charging stations from ChargePoint.

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"The installation of these two charging stations represents a significant milestone in the electrification journey of Kriete, our customers, and the trucking industry,” said David Kriete, president and CEO of Kriete Truck Centers in a statement. “Electric trucks are key to a sustainable future not just for trucking, but society as whole, and together with our industry partners, we’re committed to playing a leadership role.”

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