247: A Unique Approach to Electric Trucks - Edison Motors Interview

Matt had an opportunity to talk to the co-founders of Edison Motors, Chace Barber and Eric Little, about how they’re electrifying trucks. Not just any kind of truck, but the heavy, workhorse trucks used in everything from deliveries to hauling logs for the timber industry. Their approach is really unique and one that makes you wonder, why haven’t we been doing this all along.

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00:00 - Intro
01:54 - Edison Motors Interview

[realfoggy]

Im usually not into the interviews as much as the Q&A but the Edison Motors guys are so down to earth. They don't hide behind a fake persona. Throwing down the Fbomb in an interview or a presentation in Texas where they won a grant. Good on you guys, just keep being you.

[AbeDiazabe]

I haven't seen such a down to earth, inspiring and hilarious interview as this one in a long time. Chace Barber from Edison Motors is a comedic treasure.

[junkerzn]

I love the Edison Motors guys! What a great interview! They built up their capital the hard way, developed their expertise, they know their competition, and they found their niche.

[xicofaria]

What a pair of dreamers, I renewed my faith in the future of mankind knowing there are guys like these doing stuff

[metalhead]

These guys are fantastic, I love how candid they are with the whole process they've been but also how optimistic they still are. Keep up the great work!

[Babarudra]

First, I'm really glad to see a small startup trying to compete, I hope they don't get bought out. Secondly, the common sense approach to building something new is awesome. As an old school shade tree mechanic, it's great to hear someone developing something new that it looked at with the end-user in mind. Best of luck to these guys!

[jackcoats]

I'm retired, but Edison Motors guys have been inspiring for a long time!

[bartoszskowronski]

EdisonMotors is THE best startup I ever seen.

[kizi]

i am so bummed i missed out of the crowdfunding phase of the investment phase for gaining money to pay for the facility in Golden, they were only allowed to gain 1.5m$ through crowdfunding, which they gained, in 1.5 days! that is insanely well done boys! this is the first company i so truly believe in, that i was ready to put down some serious money into. Chase and Eric, your vision on how to run a company, is a breath of fresh air into this stale cesspool that the business world is, and i tip my proverbial hat to you Sirs <3

[mallen]

I love this Edison company, it's a breath of fresh air

[scottmedwid]

Matt Farrell this is a great interview you did with Edison motors. The discussion at 28 minutes where the Canadian greens are advocating to build logging trucks had me laughing out loud. I see what these fellows are doing as real progress towards a clean economy that makes sense economically. Keep up the great work.

[keithjacobson]

Thanks for having the Edison guys on. I’ve been watching them for a year and I am really impressed with them. I drove big rigs many years ago and understand the power their trucks deliver is so much greater than the ones running down the highway. I got a lot of interesting background today and it was fun.

[scottmedwid]

I've been following these guys for a few years. What a great bunch of loggers, truckers, mechanics, fabricators and engineers! They are out of British Columbia Canada. Diesel-Electric regenerative electric powered work trucks! Way to inovate folks

[kencrow]

I love these guys- so genuine and likable. Is it just me or do they give off serious Bob and Doug vibes from Strange Brew / SCTV?😂 I hope they’re super successful.

[LordDragon]

Been following these guys for a few months now. Brilliant idea.

[keithviolette]

Thanks, that was great 👍
I love hearing from proper innovators who are in it to win, not just a quick buck. The brutally honest and hilarious conversation was so much fun to hear.

[gmv]

I was happy when they were inspired in what Aptera has done during their process of building a solar mobility vehicle. Take your time and do it right the first time! Two great individuals with dreams and the knowledge and ambition to succeed!

[Haikutm]

This was GREAT! Please check back in with them in a year. Wish I had a few million to buy these scrappers a sweet shop!

[sjsrobotics]

Been watching these guys for months. I love these Guys...GO Edison!!!

[robertroberts]

I've been following these guys for a good long while. I've watched him build Carl and build topsy. You're definitely committed to their dream. Very inspirational.