ABB and Greenlane Power the Future of Zero-Emission Trucking

As the transportation sector accelerates toward zero-emission goals, a quiet but transformative shift is underway in America’s freight fleet charging infrastructure, which includes medium and heavy-duty electric trucks. At the center of this movement is Greenlane Infrastructure, a joint venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources, and Global Infrastructure Partners (BlackRock). Together, they are building the backbone needed to support EV Charging for EV commercial fleets—starting with a groundbreaking EV charging hub in Colton, California.

Powered by ABB’s advanced electrification and energy management technologies, the Colton site offers more than just charging—it provides a scalable blueprint for commercial fleet decarbonization.

A First-of-Its-Kind Charging Corridor for Electric Trucks

Strategically located at the convergence of Interstates 215 and 10, Greenlane’s Colton facility marks the first public freight charging corridor in the U.S. designed specifically for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks. Positioned along one of the nation’s busiest freight routes, the site is a critical step toward eliminating one of the biggest barriers to zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption: lack of reliable, high-powered EV charging infrastructure.

Once fully built, the Colton hub will feature more than 50 chargers delivering up to 11.76 MW of combined power. This includes a mix of 400 kW fast EV chargers for quick turnaround and 180 kW chargers for overnight commercial fleet charging. Importantly, the site is future-ready, designed to support megawatt charging systems that will allow trucks to recharge during federally mandated 30-minute driver rest breaks.

The project is supported by a $15 million grant from the South Coast Air Quality Management District, underscoring its role in improving regional air quality while enabling long-haul electrification.

Solving Grid Challenges with Intelligent Energy Management

Delivering high-powered fleet charging solutions at this scale comes with significant challenges. Long utility interconnection timelines and the variable nature of EV load demand require sophisticated grid management strategies. To address this, Greenlane partnered with ABB to deploy a robust SCADA system with microgrid controls.

This intelligent system allows the site to:

• Operate within utility constraints
• Balance load in real time
• Enable secure remote monitoring and control
• Prepare for the integration of on-site solar generation and battery energy storage

By optimizing how and when power is used, the system enhances resiliency, manages peak demand, and maximizes operational efficiency—both today and as the network expands.

Built for Visibility, Protection, and Growth

ABB’s technology stack provides Greenlane with deep operational insight and flexibility. The solution integrates third-party data into a centralized cloud interface, delivering full visibility into site performance and actionable data intelligence. Secure remote access allows operators to quickly respond to potential faults, including the ability to remotely open and close low- and medium-voltage circuit breakers.

Key components include:

• ABB SACE® Emax 2 circuit breakers for granular power monitoring and advanced protection
• Elastimold™ medium-voltage switchgear, engineered for rugged durability, modular expansion, and long-term reliability

Together, these technologies equip Greenlane to scale utility power, introduce megawatt charging, and support future growth without disruption.

Building a Network, Not Just a Site

The Colton charging hub is only the beginning. Greenlane is developing a robust network of EV fleet charging stations along major freight corridors, with additional sites planned for Barstow and Baker. Strategically spaced along the I-15 corridor, these locations will enable seamless zero-emission operations between Southern California and Las Vegas.

A New Standard for Freight Electrification

The Greenlane Colton project represents a landmark achievement in commercial fleet electrification. By tackling complex grid challenges, deploying cutting-edge energy management solutions, and designing with future scalability in mind, Greenlane and ABB are setting a new standard for high-powered, sustainable EV fleet charging infrastructure.

This collaboration shows what’s possible when innovation, infrastructure, and partnership converge—and offers a clear path forward for the zero-emission freight networks of tomorrow.

Learn more about ABB’s EV Grid-to-Charger Commercial Fleet