Logistics operators face constant pressure to cut costs. Rising fuel prices, costly maintenance, and unpredictable downtime all erode margins. That is why many are paying close attention to fleets like PepsiCo and Frito-Lay, which are proving that electric vehicles deliver measurable savings in real-world conditions.
Frito-Lay: Energy Efficiency Over Millions of Miles
Frito-Lay began deploying nearly 300 electric box trucks in 2010. Those vehicles have now logged more than 15 million miles while using less than one-third the energy of diesel trucks. The result is a significant drop in both fuel costs and emissions. (pge.com)
Across North America, PepsiCo and Frito-Lay now operate around 1,500 electric vehicles. This includes last-mile delivery trucks, yard tractors, and semis across facilities in California and beyond. The scale shows that electrification is not a small pilot program but a proven business strategy. (truckingdive.com)
PepsiCo Semis in Fresno: Nearly $1 Million in Annual Fuel Savings
At its Fresno bottling facility, PepsiCo operates 50 electric semitrucks. Supported by PG&E’s FlexConnect program and a site power upgrade from 3 MW to 4.5 MW, the fleet is expected to save close to 1 million dollars annually in fuel costs. (truckingdive.com)
The Bottom Line
These examples prove that electrification delivers real value where it matters most: cutting fuel costs, reducing maintenance, and keeping fleets on the road. From millions of miles logged at lower energy use to nearly a million dollars in annual savings at a single site, the financial case is already established. For logistics operators, the question is no longer if EVs can save money, but how quickly you can capture those savings.
PepsiCo and Frito-Lay have shown what is possible. The next step is making it possible for your fleet. viveEV charging solutions deliver the performance and reliability needed to turn electrification into measurable results. Talk to us about how to design charging for your fleet’s future.