Diamond Environmental Services, a regional supplier of portable sanitary facilities, hosted an electric truck showcase event this week at its San Marcos dispatch facility. The event featured the company’s four new Class 4-5 medium-duty, battery-electric Rizon trucks that were funded through the Short-Haul Zero-Emission Truck Pilot Project (ZE Pilot Project) administered by the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District.

“Rizon trucks are perfect for our daily local operations and align with our environmental and sustainability goals. Thanks to San Diego County's incentive programs, we could economically make the transition to electromobility,” said Alex Fortunati, CEO of Diamond Environmental. "Our drivers have given positive feedback, praising Rizon trucks' comfort and safety features, as well as a quiet, emission-free ride. They particularly appreciate torque and collision avoidance features for stop-and-go city driving."

Local leaders and representatives from the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District, plus Diamond Environmental and Rizon USA staff, participated to show support for this significant step toward local sustainability efforts.

Getting Behind the Wheel of a Rizon 

Attendees participated in a ride and drive with Diamond Environmental drivers to experience Rizon trucks' advanced technology, unmatched safety features, and ergonomic driver comfort features. 

The interaction allowed them to get behind the wheel of an all-electric, medium-duty commercial vehicle to see the touchscreen navigation, steer a tight turning radius ideal for city driving, and feel the ergonomically designed seating for optimal driver comfort. 

Rizon Trucks Upfitted with Stakebeds/Flatbeds

Diamond Environmental selected the cabover stakebed/flatbed style for two of its trucks in service for its four e18L Rizon models, providing versatility for transporting portable toilet facilities, sinks, and other sanitary supplies. 

Fast Charging Minimizes Downtime

Fast charging options, including DCFC up to 104 kW and Level 2 AC up to 14.9 kW, minimize downtime for the company’s daily delivery routes, achieving a range of up to 160 miles on a single charge.

The newly acquired Rizon trucks support the company’s zero-emission operations for delivery and pick-up of essential services for customers in the region. 

Incentives Available for California Fleets 

Commercial electric vehicles are increasingly becoming more accessible for California businesses, like Diamond Environmental, through direct purchase or leasing programs offered by Rizon USA, the exclusive distributor of Rizon trucks, and its certified EV-dealer network, including Velocity Truck Leasing & Rental. 

Available incentives and funding support for fleet owners include: 

• Innovative Small e-Fleet (ISEF) Program that offers qualifying small fleets a minimum voucher of $120,000 toward an all-electric Class 4-5 Rizon truck. 

• Region-specific incentives, like the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District’s grant program utilized by Diamond Environmental to purchase four Rizon trucks. 

• Additionally, through the end of the year, Rizon USA and its EV-certified dealer partners are offering a free Siemens VersiCharge AC charger with every Rizon truck purchase or lease as a bonus to electric transition. 

“We’re pleased to support Diamond Environmental in their transition to zero-emissions Rizon trucks, enhancing both convenience and flexibility in their operations. Our sales team collaborated closely with them throughout the selection process to customize trucks that perfectly meet their business needs,” said Alex Voets, general manager of Rizon USA. “We are proud to contribute to the innovations in today's electric truck market, driving towards a more sustainable future for our communities.”