Bobcat unveiled the all-new TL25.60e electric telehandler concept at Intermat last month, with a 2.5 ton rated capacity, three electric motors, and the promise of unmatched energy efficiency and performance that’s objectively superior to diesel.

The Bobcat TL26.60e gets its energy efficient edge from its “actively cooled” li-ion batteries, which are designed to deliver consistent performance in any weather and help fleet operators maintain low running costs while maximizing efficiency and, as a consequence, savings.

Those batteries send power to three separate electric motors, one each to power drive, the rotating superstructure/cab, and the boom/attachments. Bobcat says the arrangement helps its electric telehandler concept consume energy only when it’s needed, and claims that the setup provides immediate responsiveness for all the machine’s movements. That kind of quiet, vibration-free precision control should make the TL26.60e’s operator cab a great place to work from.

Speaking of the cab, it’s the same one found in Bobcat’s larger TLS models, despite the TL26.60e’s smaller footprint. The compact nature of the the machine’s electric components means there’s room for stuff like that – and, as a consequence, more room for operators.

“At Bobcat, we are committed to innovative design that prioritizes both cutting-edge technology and operator wellbeing,” says Vijay Nerva, Innovation Lead, Bobcat EMEA. “Our integration of ergonomics and digitization, exemplified by the transparent T-OLED screen, allows us to introduce customizable, interactive features without compromising the comfort and spacious design of our cabs.”

The TL26.60e features a top speed of 25 km/h, a 6 meter lifting height, and a 2.5 ton lifting capacity. The liquid-cooled battery has a 30 kWh capacity, which should be good for a full shift at most low-speed job sites.

Electrek’s Take

Bobcat’s electric telehandler concept is still just that, but as more and more construction companies come up agains no-drip job sites, low emissions zones, tightening noise regulations, and the ESG goals of both corporate and government clients, it seems like only a matter of time before machines like this become more the rule than the exception.

SOURCES | IMAGES: Bobcat, via Heavy Equipment Guide, Canada.

If you were looking to lease Chevy’s new all-electric Equinox, it just got a lot cheaper. Chevy cut Equinox EV lease prices by nearly $140 per month. With new offers, the Chevy Equinox EV can be leased for as little as $379 per month.

After kicking off Equinox EV deliveries last month, Chevy is already introducing significant savings opportunities.

On Chevy’s website, 2024 Equinox EV lease prices start at just $379 per month. The deal is for 36 months, with $3,198 due at signing. It includes 10,000 miles a year and is based on an MSRP of $43,295. GM included $500 off for qualified lessees.

With an effective rate of $468, the 2024 Chevy Equinox EV is nearly $100 cheaper per month to lease than the Tesla Model Y.

According to online research firm CarsDirect, Tesla Model Y lease rates went up $50 this month. The Long Range model now starts at $449 with $4,143 due at signing, or $564 per month.

Meanwhile, the RS trim is significantly discounted. The Chevy Equinox RS can be leased for $429 for 36 months. With $3,109 due at signing, that amounts to $515 per month.

Chevy Equinox EV lease prices drop to just $379/mo

Previously, the RS trim had an effective cost of $651 per month ($569 for 39 months and $3,209 due at signing), meaning it’s $136 cheaper per month to lease.

Based on CarsDirect data, GM raised the 36-month residual values on the RS model to 75% from 68%, while the lease rate dropped from 7.3% to 5.5%.

Chevy’s current 2LT FWD is the cheapest model hitting dealerships, starting at $43,295. The lower-priced $34,995 will be available to order later this year. All trims are eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit.

Although this is a significant deal, Chevy Blazer EV lease prices are even more appealing. The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV is listed at $369 per month for 24 months. With $1,679 due upfront, the effective lease rate is $439 per month, only $10 more than the gas-powered model.

Chevy isn’t the only one cutting EV lease prices. Honda slashed lease prices on its first electric SUV, the Prologue. The 2024 Honda Prologue now starts at $399 per month for 36 months (with $3,999 due at signing).

If you’re in the market for a new EV, you can take advantage of significant savings opportunities. Use our links below to find deals on popular models at a dealer near you.

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