How to Tackle Funding Shortages? A Practical Guide to Electrifying Your Sanitation Fleet

As policies push for full electrification of public-sector vehicles, new energy sanitation trucks have become an industry imperative. Facing budget constraints? Worried about high upfront costs? In reality, pure electric sanitation vehicles are a cost-saving powerhouse. Here’s why:

1. Operational Cost Savings: Electricity vs. Fuel

Based on Yiwei Motors’ real-world data from 8 self-developed 18-ton electric sweepers:

• Daily power consumption: 100-140 kWh (covering 35-45 km driving + 20-25 km operational mileage).
• Charging cost: Just ¥100-150/day (utilizing Chengdu’s off-peak electricity rate: ¥0.33/kWh + ¥0.66/kWh service fee).

Vs. diesel trucks: Same mileage would cost ¥200-300/day (at ¥8/L fuel price). Electric sweepers slash daily costs by 25-50%, with greater savings for larger fleets.

2. Leasing Models: Zero Upfront, Maximum Flexibility

To ease budget pressure, leasing emerges as a smart alternative—no heavy CAPEX, no obsolescence risk, and funds freed for core operations. Yiwei offers two tailored options:

Option 1: Full-Service Lease

• Zero downpayment, upgrade-friendly, risk-controlled.
• Ideal for: Short-term projects, tech-sensitive clients, cash-strapped businesses.
• Includes: Vehicle, insurance, registration, maintenance, and part replacements.

Option 2: Lease-to-Own

• 20% downpayment, asset ownership, long-term savings.
• Ideal for: Stable long-term demand.
• Pay the remaining 80% over 1-3 years, then own the vehicle outright.

3. Falling Costs, Rising Value

With scaled production and tech advances, battery costs have dropped significantly. Yiwei’s 8-year core battery/motor warranty further reduces long-term risks, narrowing the cost gap with diesel trucks.

ROI proof: By Year 5, energy savings fully offset the initial purchase cost, generating net profits annually thereafter.

The Bottom Line

Facing electrification? Adopt a triple strategy: cut ops costs, lease to lighten loads, and optimize purchases. With policy tailwinds and irrefutable economics, switching to electric sanitation vehicles isn’t a cost challenge—it’s a strategic opportunity.

Stop hesitating. Start electrifying with Yiwei Motors today!