Next-Generation Trucks: 18 Wheels and One Turbine

Ian Wright, CEO and founder at Wrightspeed Inc., explains the use of turbines to power next-generation electric trucks.

Bloomberg Business
Jun 25, 2015

Ian Wright, CEO and founder at Wrightspeed Inc., explains the use of turbines to power next-generation electric trucks.

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