Core Insights - Shentong Express has officially launched 36 intelligent driving new energy heavy trucks for operation on 23 core routes in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, becoming the first express brand in China to scale up the application of new energy heavy trucks [1][4] - The new energy heavy trucks are designed to address the high energy consumption and emissions issues in the express delivery industry, promoting efficient, low-carbon, and intelligent upgrades in trunk transportation [2][4] Environmental Impact - The annual emission reduction from the 36 new energy heavy trucks is equivalent to replanting nearly 300,000 trees [1][2] - Each new energy heavy truck can reduce diesel consumption by 32,100 liters annually, which corresponds to the carbon offset effect of planting 8,230 trees [2][4] Technological Advancements - The new energy heavy trucks have a single-charge range exceeding 600 kilometers and an energy consumption level as low as 1.15 kWh/km, making them suitable for extreme weather conditions from -30°C to 45°C [2] - Equipped with L2-level autonomous driving systems, the trucks feature functions such as automatic cruise and lane-keeping [2] Cost Efficiency - Approximately 30% of the total cost in heavy truck transportation is attributed to fuel expenses, and the use of new energy trucks is expected to significantly lower fuel costs [4] - According to estimates, the total cost of ownership (TCO) for vehicles is projected to decrease by 27% by 2030 with the introduction of new energy intelligent heavy trucks, with labor costs potentially dropping by 70% [4]