The electric heavy-duty truck market in China is experiencing a massive surge, with sales reaching significant numbers in provinces like Xinjiang. This growth focuses heavily on transporting goods to coal-rich areas, indicating a shift in commercial transport infrastructure.

For marketing manager Wang Yuan, who sells electric heavy-duty cargo trucks in the rugged landscapes of Xinjiang in western China, business is riding a new and powerful wave. The commercial vehicle company he works for is a major player in the domestic market. The lion’s share of its electric heavy trucks are destined for coal-rich provinces including Shanxi and Inner Mongolia, apart from Xinjiang itself. In Xinjiang alone, according to Wang, sales across all brands reached around 16,700 units.....