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Terberg Tractors Malaysia: serving new and existing customers Many TTM customers want to reduce their environmental footprint and fuel costs. The fuel-efficient diesel tractors and fully electric units built by TTM enable them to do this, while also benefitting from more efficient operations and maintenance. TTM is proud to be able to produce terminal tractors of various drivelines, ranging from 4x2 driveline, 6x4 driveline, diesel models, liquified natural gas (LNG) models, fully electric models, and soon to come fully autonomous model. TTM’s diversity and expertise in its range of product allows them to position as the preferred terminal tractor supplier across the Asia Pacific region.
Customer quotes
“The YT200EV 175 kWh electric terminal tractor has replaced 3 of my tractor fleet as it does not require much maintenance. It also can last up to 10 hours of operation on a single charge. I am also able to capture new clients that are looking to increase their effort in ESG implementation. It’s a win-win situation for all.” “My back does not ache anymore after switching to Terberg’s special vehicle. Maybe because my back does not need to work so hard from getting in and out the vehicle. Also, the seat is comfortable with the added air suspension.” “I enjoy using Terberg’s terminal tractor in my operations as it allows me to reduce expenditure on fossil fuels up to 30%! In the meantime, I am able provide my vehicle operators a safe environment to carry out their duties.”
In 2020 Evergreen Line in Taiwan started a trial with three Terberg tractors, to compare them with the road tractors used at the time. Based on the positive outcome of the trial the company has ordered numerous TTM tractors, most recently 18 YT220s single cabin and 20 YT220s twin cabin for their operation in Taichung and Taipei respectively. PSA Singapore recently took delivery of 50 YT220 LNG tractors for use in Pasir Panjang Port, as part of PSA’s green initiatives. These tractors are used 24/7, clocking up at least 500 running hours per month.
23,000 m² and have just started working with Terberg YT tractors. This a good example of TTM’s expansion into the non-port market in Malaysia. MCR Logistics group at Port Klang, also used to use road tractors for shunting duties. They decided to invest in three YTs for environmental reasons. The units are used for customers such as IKEA and Nestlé. As a result, they now benefit from a huge saving in fuel, and the lifting fifth wheel makes coupling and uncoupling much more efficient. The tractors with automatic transmissions have also proven to be more reliable than the road tractors, and easier to use in tight spaces.
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