Ford will begin delivering the electric version of the F-150 light-duty truck or pickup, the F-150 Lightning, which promises to revolutionize the work vehicle market in the U.S.. Ford has received orders for 200,000 units of the new EV, which is posing significant challenges in terms of charging infrastructure for the growing fleet of electric vehicles in the country.

One of the highlights of the F-150 Lightning is its low operating cost. The unit price is still higher (between US$39,974 for the base model and US$90,874 for the most expensive one) than that of the internal combustion (which starts at US$29,990 and goes up to US$74,335), but the maintenance costs are 40% lower, according to the consulting firm ICF. 

And the fuel cost—needless to say: based on standard usage of 12,000 miles per year and taking into account variations in gas and electricity prices across different states, the Lightning’s annual electricity cost ranges from $414 to $993, compared to a range of US$1,691 to US$2,683 for internal combustion models. It’s no wonder companies are eager to equip their fleets with the electric versions of the F-150.

Ford's F-Series has been the best-selling pickup truck in the U.S. for 45 consecutive years.