Azure Dynamics delivers 1000th Balance hybrid electric truck

2173 Azure Dynamics Corporation has delivered its 1000th Balance hybrid electric truck to Purolator, Canada's leading integrated freight and parcel solutions provider. This unit also represents Purolator's 200th hybrid electric truck received in 2011.

In 2005, Purolator, which operates a fleet of 3,500 vehicles, was the first express transportation company in Canada to introduce hybrid electric vehicles. "As we receive our 555th Balance hybrid electric truck, I am proud to point out that working alongside Azure Dynamics has helped Purolator to consistently deliver industry leading on-time service and reliability to our customers in a sustainable manner," said Tom Schmitt, Purolator's president and CEO.

The Azure Balance Hybrid Electric vehicles ordered by Purolator are integrated on a 278 Ford E450 chassis with a Ford 5.4L gasoline engine. The hybrid electric drive train which features attributes such as engine-off at idle and below 20 miles per hour, while electronically supporting key ancillary functions like power steering and braking, is ideally suited for commercial activity in urban environments.