CAA- Québec takes delivery of the first electric Lion tugboat in North America.

The newest addition to the CAA-Québec fleet is a 100% electric tow truck, the Lion5 flatbed. CAA claims that it is the first fully electric tow truck in service in North America! Based on the Lion5 medium-duty truck, this flatbed tow truck was manufactured by XpaK Industries, marking a significant milestone in CAA-Québec’s 80-year history.

A step towards a greener future

Marie-Soleil Tremblay, President and CEO of CAA-Québec, stated: “Roadside assistance is part of CAA-Québec’s DNA, and it goes without saying that we are taking the lead in the field of electric towing. We have a responsibility to set an example and play a leadership role in environmental protection.”

Impressive performance for a tow truck

The Lion5 chassis is equipped with internal 210 kWh batteries operating at 800V, offering a range of up to 310 km. The high-efficiency electric motor, delivering 315 horsepower, would according to Lion Electric, eliminate between 75 and 100 tons of greenhouse gases per year compared to an equivalent diesel truck. In addition to its environmental benefits, this truck reduces energy costs by 80% and maintenance costs by 60% compared to gasoline or diesel vehicles in the same category.

A partnership for a sustainable future

Patrick Gervais, Vice President of Trucks and Public Affairs at Lion Electric, is excited about this innovation: “With this new 100% electric tow truck manufactured in Quebec, we are contributing to redefining the future of the towing industry. We are proud to be part of a cleaner and more sustainable future with players like CAA-Québec and XpaK.”

Tested under all conditions

Delivered in July, the Lion5 tow truck will be tested for a year in various towing situations and extreme weather conditions. CAA-Québec will then share its feedback with its Canadian partners and the AAA in the United States.