How We Built an Electric Truck From Scratch

[@bdjm8595]

I love it when Chase gets fired up and Eric sits back and smiles !!!

[@EdisonMotors]

That’s a daily thing here now. They’re use to my rants now - Chace

[@StuartBreland]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@wobblysauce]

The way it was meant to be…

[@shevaughnwright6548]

​@@EdisonMotors How do I join Edison?

[@shevaughnwright6548]

My bad I just finished the video 😅 got it tho

[@chriswintersinger6333]

I wish y'all would stop saying you're, "stealing Tesla's ideas." You're making something new, something where they don't and can't go, something repairable, and something that's all your own doing. That's cool in it of itself and screw the others. Long way of saying I love what you're doing

[@IamHattman]

They've generally dropped the slogan most of the time now. This is just kind of a recap so it makes sense to see here.

[@nickcollins1528]

I could also be a nod to Thomas edison because he stole telsas idea

[@timscarman4599]

Agreed!!!

[@emiliskog]

​@@nickcollins1528 that's indeed why the company is called Edison motors

[@mikeshultz1007]

They haven't actually made anything new.

[@whatsoperadoc7050]

I don’t drive trucks. I don’t work with trucks. I know nothing about them. Yet I am still emotionally invested in your success.

[@slavko321]

Now we can be financially invested:]

[@websitemartian]

just don't ask any tough questions

[@BLET_55artem55]

​@@websitemartiansuch as?

[@gmailisaretard]

Worked on trucks, dump bodies mostly but a few tractors, and what I understand of their design and choices they are really making good decisions.

[@hhg7832]

​@@websitemartianlike?

[@dvdguire]

As a fellow trucker who loves my trucks and driving, thank you for establishing kits to keep my classic trucks affordable to drive and showing the "big tech" how it's done building a sustainable electrical truck.

[@EdisonMotors]

Thanks man! We’ll keep making solid reliable trucks

[@scottblume3720]

Truckers building trucks. Love it.

[@TheCorrupterX]

What made boeing great in its day was the fact that it was run by engineers (the people that knew their shit inside and out) it all went to shit when the corporate shitheels from mcdonell douglas came over. What makes edison great is it is run by truckers, the people that know their shit inside and out. you know what trucks NEED vs what big wigs think they want. I wish you all the best success and already love your trucks! Keep it up!

[@n2nitro444]

Grass roots is the way it should be done. And of course a loaded topsey tease.

[@sheldongoossen9771]

@@n2nitro444 I seen the tease. Judging by the comments nobody else has 😂

[@Kilantro_]

SO happy this is happening in BC

[@jayz3762]

I’m just happy it’s happening!

[@CrazzyOntarian]

My favourite part was watching Eric's face behind Chase 😂 Keep up the great work boys. I know some peope who own companies here in Ontario (including a large arborist company) who are watching you very closely

[@michaelbedard7859]

Omg, LOL, my third time on this episode and I flat out laugh at how easy you make it. Nothing simple just ballsy and smart.

[@sarlon51]

THIS is how a company should be run! Y'all are gonna go well beyond all expectations and more, im positive of it.

[@willienelsongonzalez4609]

So good to see Edison Motors grow from strength to strength! You guys are well and truly giving other companies the middle finger and it’s absolutely fantastic to see the evolution! Even better to see you folks restore older vehicles and give them another lease of life.

[@michaelkeyser8371]

You absolutely are correct keep it simple don't "F" it up with complexity. I have been a mechanic for over 40 years and the new junk out there is crap. You guys do what works and people will buy it.

[@JRP3]

The hybrid they built is twice as complex as a pure EV or ICE truck.

[@JRP3]

The hybrid they built is twice as complex as a pure EV or ICE truck.

[@BackUp-z4t]

​@@JRP3 Nope.

[@JRP3]

@@BackUp-z4t I can only assume you have no understanding of the technology involved. There are literally two systems in a hybrid, that's what makes it a hybrid.

[@BackUp-z4t]

@@JRP3 One very simple proven system and one a "bit" more complicated. Lol.

[@ghostrider-be9ek]

Passion, pragmatic, and purpose - YOU WILL MAKE MILLIONS !!

[@davidchidester5463]

Y'all are changing the world. The transition to cleaner energy and electric vehicles doesn't have to be so complicated. The concept is simple!

[@markbernier8434]

Microsoft started in a garage. You two are in the right place with the right concept. Now build me a 3/4 ton long box.

[@Drewcardello]

Upvote!

[@Ddabig40mac]

Check out the Edison Motors collaboration with DeBoss Garage. They're starting with a 3/4 ton hybrid retrofit with electric axels.

[@ghostrider-be9ek]

Apple too

[@luigitosti7599]

Chase is the Jordan Peterson of trucks, lol, wisdom and passion for what he does. Keep getting after it, best a luck 👍

[@lanephillips550]

It’s great when Chase goes off on his rants he is so passionate I love it

[@MjkillerXD]

I love how passionate those rants are. I’m all fired up holy shit.

[@NEGMAWONNEGMAWON-y1r]

THE NAME IS A HELL OF A NAME TOO. HE GOT TESLA, U GOT EDISON: 2 GENIUSES. JUST GENIUS!

[@redwolf68123]

I do like the Idea for this design of a hybrid system. It gives the ease of not needing a charging system in the field and also the efficacy of an electric. I could see this design for use for long range truckers, logging, or farm work.

[@BenjaminVestergaard]

I can tell, even before watching more than 1 minute... You're aiming for a logging truck, not a general purpose long hauler. So cabin luxury isn't a priority. You're not naively trying to go all-electric, instead you're aiming for a modular hybrid architecture with a true right-to-repair mindset... even your first trucks can be updated to full battery or fuel cells, when the technology is mature enough for your purpose. That's a clever strategy, a pragmatic approach that takes advantage of what we've got right now.

[@sarkaranish]

Eventually they will get into long haulers, and I hope it's something a bit more luxurious than this haha, but this is a great REAL work truck. The fact that it took people so long to realize that electric motors make more sense than a transmission is crazy.

[@BenjaminVestergaard]

@@sarkaranish watched their European visit earlier today, I'm very certain that they won't be stuck in the same groove like many other North American manufacturers. Chase is determined to get the best out of existing technology. With focus on that rather than trying to build another monopoly, Edison will do good, as in really good. Now that I've learnt that even Scania is alright about sharing tech... I have no doubt that they have an opportunity to revolutionise the north American market. Then Elon can say he's got higher ambitions all he wants. European trucks has had more HP and been able to handle tighter streets than the US standard for years... if they partner up, they're not stealing Tesla tech anymore. They're just making it a nicer experience to be a trucker in NA. But I don't expect EdisonMotors to sell out, American regulations are quite different from European ones, but a fair partnership seems like a good idea... Tesla wouldn't stand a chance. Edit: It's the open mind and right to repair that will make them preferred in the end.

[@sarkaranish]

@@BenjaminVestergaard Only wish they didn't use Scania engines, there's no support in North America.

[@BenjaminVestergaard]

@@sarkaranish well, the video includes the distributor of Scania parts in Canada... But, of course, I can't say that I know the NA market in details... but Scania isn't no bigger a company than that they could be convinced to open more maintenance points if necessary. I live within 3km from the nearest Scania workshop here in Denmark, and we're really not a lot of people here in DK compared to north America. Edit: and since it seems Scania is willing to supply motors without the frame, and Edison aims to use off the shelf components, they can easily be both partners and competitors... I mean, neither side is determined to dominate the market on their own. But I'll agree if you say that CAT wasn't a bad choice either. Scania may just be willing to walk an extra mile to get a better reputation in North America.

[@sarkaranish]

@@BenjaminVestergaard That's pretty neat that in Europe you have a lot of Scania support, but that's not how it works for America. If they offer Scania engines that's cool, but they should really also offer other engines as well.

[@ardenbowman4489]

THIS IS FANTASTIC,PROUD OF YOU,HOPE YOU MAKE A FORTUNE

[@freed14760]

I shared ur video. Good luck. 7 years I was talking to my wife about cars. I watch way to many car videos. We started investing into a 401 k stuff. I asked her to invest into Tesla . But she never listen. You guys seem to be way ahead of the curve!! Mk

[@edgarbenjoseph3879]

Absolutely love everything about this ! Just discovered you guys ! Amazing job, well done 👌👌👌

[@Marx-109]

I love seeing something so tiny pulling so many logs. 👍 ❤

[@cpftank09]

I love your rant session on the second half of the video. Shows passion and the frustration with the industry that drove you guys work your asses off!

[@willieslabaugh-do3ym]

I love chase's rants. He's a 100 percent right ✅️

[@mrrith6840]

I always love it when he explains what has to be done.

[@FlatbottomBomber]

These Canadian dudes are more Red Blooded American than they know. I love seeing the passion for getting something done. There is no need for over engineering or stretched supply lines when everything can be locally sourced and has a proven track record. Even for early models, those Edisons are some gorgeous beasts.

[@raphiseth6942]

8:00 sneak peak of Topsy getting loaded 12:24 Topsy driving loaded

[@striatic]

Very eager to see Topsy driving loaded at speed, as well as up and down grades. This video was a great surprise first look at that sort of testing though!

[@Lillstisse661]

Looks like she's getting unloaded, you can see the logs getting raised up.

[@RazorbackKen]

What was that four seconds of driving? Shut up.

[@raphiseth6942]

​@RazorbackKen 4 sec of driving content, but that was so short it's possible you didn't see it. But that 4 seconds imply they did a fully loaded run, and that's probably in the next video.

[@raphiseth6942]

​@@Lillstisse661sorry you are right.

[@simonthebroken9691]

"It just has to work." That's a fantastic motto. You mind if I use that? It's been how I live my life.

[@andremartel828]

CONGRATS TO EDISON MOTORS

[@danielcarlson8386]

i HAVE ENJOYED watching your company GROW

[@yehudagoldberg6400]

Major props to where you've guys gotten. Remember, prototypes are easy, production is hard.

[@danmack3173]

I think I can already guess the answer by 0:30 You guys have a drive, a passion and some goddamn common sense. The giant companies are just full of drones that do what they're told, where as you've gone into this with a vision and a will to accomplish your goals

[@Southghost5997]

I was highly skeptical at the beginning. I was annoyed by the random shorts about edison motors..but 2 years later I couldn't be happier for your success and can't wait for this to take off!

[@FSTM4003]

My dad would love this.

[@BreakingBarriers2DIY]

There is lots to be proud of here regardless of the different direction this takes from Tesla. I so happy to hear of the success that is happening here and the challenges faced.

[@Transit_Biker]

The big difference between you two and muskrat is that you two actually know what you're doing & actually want to sell a useable product. No clown shoes at Edison Motors.

[@colinbateman8233]

I love the common sense approach the wheel all ready excites why reinvent it

[@BackUp-z4t]

I truly wish I had money to invest, rather than working Saturday to Saturday. Edison Motors, I wish you the best.

[@Birb_of_Judge]

Can't wait for normal truckers to get their hands on your production trucks, and have those guys maybe make some videos on them too. (And maybe just maybe, one guy will straight pipe that Scania V8 :3 )

[@LiquidBacn]

They tried a straight pipe on Carl I think. They hated the sound because it doesn't shift or rev. Just screams 😬

[@DavidLeeKersey]

Love seeing Topsy huling logs there at the end.

[@Ifyouarehurtnointentwasapplied]

The best bit is Edison allow repairs ✌️👏

[@waz_fromaus]

Not just "allows" repairs but a design criteria to be field repaired with readily accessible and familiar parts! So much respect for Chase and the Edison team. They are end users building for end users 🙌🏼

[@klickitatphil7755]

It's wonderful what you're doing with electric trucks. Fancy rarely works out in the woods or in the field. I know you're only focused on producing a big rig at the moment, but I'm hoping my next pickup will be an Edison.

[@desertfresh3740]

Chase in his feelings and letting people know. I'm so stoked and believe in this company!

[@jordanabendroth6458]

While I'm not a trucker, i absolutely love the mission, plus the fact y'all are building them here in North America is awesome

[@J5Jonny5]

Love the argument about keeping it simple with off the shelf parts. I built my electric Toyota Hilux the same way with that same exact mentality in mind. I cannot stand how EV companies and vehicle companies in general are selling heavily over-engineered vehicles that can't be worked on or serviced. The Hilux I built was done as simple as possible knowing I can go to any junkyard to find stuff. And especially the EV parts. And if anything breaks on the truck I can fix it easily. My truck Is a pure EV now but I'm inspired now to throw a little Onan twin diesel in there to keep the pack charged for the longer hauls. Thanks for doing this guys!

[@Buck1954]

Common sense engineering at work. This is the right kind of EV manufacturing that people will buy into because when the batteries go dead, the truck doesn't. I like it.

[@kuil]

BE CAREFUL when taking a company public! When hedge funds get their hands on small business they milk the value of the company until the company goes bankrupt!

[@ghostrider-be9ek]

THIS EXACTLY - RAISE FUNDS BUT KEEP IT PRIVATE

[@wnose]

These guys have crowd funding success so they can keep on going.

[@gardenrailroading]

I love to see you build!! Laissez les bons temps rouler!!!

[@RolandKontson]

Using common, tested and improved upon parts over decades, for most stuff is perfect for getting useful tools like your semi off the ground and fast to adopt for clients that can benefit from these - ALL THE BEST!! Right there with you with the rants, started going off with: Including simpler more reliable approaches - don't want to or can't fit a bunch of screws around a housing - sure, makes it easier to maintain, by making it slide into a wedge or slits and fasten with one or two screws instead of making everything hook into place with the same amount of weak plastic hooks that brake and are a hassle/strain on parts to remove. Your panel of electronics was also refreshing - sometimes have to take the hole machine apart to maintain a simple inexpensive part..

[@RolandKontson]

Though I can also understand not wanting to be dependent on someone else's solution for something you depend on (especially if it's simple enough) and possibly getting tied into a price or licenses - shouldn't be that fragile to such a change. In software it's best to do the simple and mission critical stuff yourself - keep it simple - not forgetting the "soft" in software.

[@willtricks9432]

That truck is driven by Passion and a little Diesel. Subbed. Cheers

[@Casemanager69]

Absolutely love the passion guys!! A big middle finger to that portable appliance company 💪 You're definitely not stealing from them. Just making a far far more effective, efficient solution for trucking.

[@littledog5404]

THATS FREAKING AWESOME I WISH THE BEST FOR THE COMANY

[@dr_workaholic]

love that they made their truck in 2 years after waiting 5 years on the other one

[@davidgibson2029]

Well great now u put a video like this out there after i did my school assignment on yall thank guy's really love what yall are doing and 100%support yall

[@kevronrulz]

North American companies making things again. Bravo. Love your content.

[@markskowronski499]

Im so proud of you guys, and more so after seeing this video. Stay true to the core going forward. Myself and I think ALOT of other people see this as a solution going forward until a new energy source comes into our lives for vehicles. Right from the start when I saw your first video, I knew you had a great idea that should have been the next step in vehicle evolution. And the right to repair is at the core of it all. Love it. !!!!!!!!!!

[@shawnhumphreys3504]

so crazy to see the journey! from carl to topsy to retrobuilds, very inspiring!

[@ShayanGivehchian]

you would trust a Canadian wearing plad jacket to build a proper logging truck

[@John13Edge]

Hey that’s not a plaid coat..That’s your finest Canadian Dinner Jacket…

[@ShayanGivehchian]

@John13Edge I know it's what in wearing to my wedding

[@EdisonMotors]

This country was built by men in plaid. Not men in suits.

[@PurpleNovember]

@@EdisonMotorsTrying to be destroyed by men in suits.

[@EyesOfByes]

Next up: Competing with John Deere

[@dvdguire]

John deere is partially owned by Cat, Cat is pursuing the hybrid power systems and have been for years.

[@georgobergfell]

Diesel-electric tractors are the way to go 👍🏻

[@TheMeepster72]

If only. Those assholes are everything wrong with big business.

[@tjpprojects7192]

More like Dohn Jeere.

[@josephpadula2283]

Competing with Deere is alot easier now that they moved production out of the US and will not let you work on your own tractor !

[@ChrisKoller513]

so awesome guys! i wish you all the luck. i shared to X.

[@madmaxsaturn]

Tesla and Edison truck are two very different beasts.

[@alancates5368]

I like what yall are doing and great attitude. The odds are stacked against you but to hell with it, youve got a great idea and the know how and drive to make it real. Give em hell boys

[@stephensanders7622]

I’ve been toiling to hear this story. You guys have done something that should shake the world up.

[@TruckingChippy75]

It's great to see old school getting the job done attitude. Good luck to you guys. Fantastic idea

[@chadbrooker3147]

I'm homeless living in pueblo Colorado and I drive a 2001 ford explorer XLS. I wish I could do a resto mod but I'm poor and probably won't be able to in any time lol. But love your truck and watching your journey with topsy and carl

[@LakesRegionEmergencyPhoto]

Not a truck driver, just an electronics nerd. You guys are killing it! Very cool, and as they stay in star trek, live long and prosper!

[@gsjtruckingllc]

Just signed up to invest. I wholeheartedly believe in you guys and what your doing at Edison Motors. Simple yet economical and effective Trucking is something that can't be overlooked. Carry on drivers. Can't wait to see what your future holds. Aaron GSJ Trucking

[@olsonspeed]

This is bottom-up innovation, the road to success.

[@DOCTRJ]

11:33 Needs LEDs or flag poles left and right on the sides of front bumper for that extra visibility! 👍🤠🤘🤩

[@danielmoore949]

I’m so happy that you 2 are supporting, right to repair. I’m sure you’ll be successful

[@firestone3217]

I really want these guys to get their hands on my 89 F350 Custom. It is an underground vacuum truck, which only requires a 1/4 of the power output that the International ICI puts out 70% of the day. Especially when underground, we desperately need lower emissions as it's easy to gas yourself out.

[@devdoesitbest6974]

Its genuinely sooooo cool seeing you guys on your journey. Love seeing the hardworking blue collar man making a company that's connected to its values and makes a truck for the everyday man. Keep up the amazing work and Ill try contributing where I can

[@GamingPlus1100]

I can't wait for on highway trucks to come out of there. It'll be my first truck for sure.

[@jackcoats4146]

Love your rant!

[@ERNOK154]

If you get nothing else from this its NEVER tell a Canadian they'll "never be able to do that" Theyll prove you wrong every time. Love what you guys are doing keep Givin er!

[@NickTaylorRickPowers]

"Wanna bet" I love it

[@mikeshultz1007]

And that is how the Bricklin came about.

[@CavemanJay-wv1pe]

I wish your dealership/franchise deal wasn’t sold out you have no one on your list from Arkansas maybe one day I will be your man in Arkansas the timber business is big here love what your doing for North America.

[@evstafievcoach]

Love the attitude 😂👍

[@MrChazasaurus88]

I couldn't possibly love these guys and what they're doin' any more. Hell yeah, f&$@ yeah, Edison Motors!

[@tetchuma]

Very inspiring! I’d love to have a classic big truck, but with electric powertrain!

[@newmember89]

ohhh Chase, super well done. Your goals would be different from Telsa Motors. Telsa want to make BEV and not a PHEV. You are doing things correctly, things dont just exist, they exist becuase millions of people of failed along the way, whch is why we have the trucks we have today. Edison is doing it correctly, build the network, build support, build the supply chains, build out training, etc Selling one truck is not a probem, servicing 1,000,000 trucks is a problem. As you inferred with the Scania video, next day parts in Northa America, is not by mistake, truck downtime is lost revenue. BTW you may want to set up Edison distribution next to Scania distribution centers as they have already figured out the logistics, labour and warehouse costs. No need to re-invent that whell. Another note: "prototypes are easy, production is hard" When you plan to build 50,000 tractors a year, the prototype is not the problem, “the machine to make the machine” is now the problem. No doubt your truck might not need all the ammenities, however trucks operate in all conditions. FYI; Telsa semi has been delayed in part by the lack of battery supply. [1] Once again, super well done you guys. “Bring innovation and manucaturing back to North America" Cheers Ref: [1]insideevs.com/news/672016/tesla-semi-volume-production-wil-not-start-until-late-2024/ Tesla doesn't expect to start higher-volume production of the Semi Class 8 electric semi-truck before late 2024, CEO Elon Musk said yesterday citing battery supply constraints. Speaking at an energy conference in Austin, Texas, Musk did not provide details on what higher-volume production means for the Semi, the Wall Street Journal reported. However, Musk previously said the Tesla Semi would reach an annual production of 50,000 units starting in 2024. Speaking on the Q3 2022 earnings call in October 2022, the billionaire said it would take about a year to ramp up Semi production. About a year from October 2022 would indicate late 2023-early 2024 as the start of the production ramp. "So, we're tentatively aiming for 50,000 units in 2024 for Tesla Semi in North America. And obviously, we'll expand beyond North America," Musk said.

[@wayneroach6736]

Awesome work 👍

[@skexzies3673]

Awesome achievement!!!

[@Iamtherodlight1453.]

Amazing don’t stop get it done. Reinvent tracking amazing

[@kurntechdouglas233]

love your mindset and you are right why reinvent the wheel when everything for trucks are avalible all it need is to be electric love it i wish you guys all the best in your company

[@bobqzzi]

I wish these guys success

[@rickhorsley9383]

Good for you guys we need more like you.

[@tettazwo9865]

I have been following you since quite a while now and my faith in you continues to grow!

[@ebk304]

2:20 minutes in and I’m 1000000% in!! You two are unbelievable!!!!!!

[@dogfacedponysoldier87]

Good job guys.

[@waterup380]

ok you got me watching a full video and not just clips

[@district5198]

Would love to see you make a side loader garbage truck.

[@thevioletflare]

i've followed this for a while. it's quite cool! hoping you succeed

[@roxyrue6087]

I completely believe in this vision and respect your commitment to the environment and energy needs of this coming future not only with your semi but your idea to restore old pickups into Electric hybrids as well.

[@dancey7827]

I really like your enthusiasm, you talk the way it needs to said. You have discussed many many positive sides to your machine. I haven't seen any fire suppression systems. I think battery electric systems are great until they are on fire. What, if any are in place. With dry conditions I would really hate to see something great like this be tarnished by a "thermal event". Keep up the great work, I enjoy your videos.

[@gamerfan8445]

This is actually the first valid point someone has on this truck.

[@sheldongoossen9771]

I saw the end of the video! LFG!!!! So excited!

[@SuperYellowsubmarin]

It is amazing to me that you didn't intimidated by all those huge companies failing at this and had faith you knew a better way. Kudos to you