GREENSBORO, NC, Feb 19, 2026 – Mack Trucks said Royal Waste Services has ordered three additional Mack LR Electric refuse trucks through the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP). The order follows the company’s initial Mack LR Electric deployment in Dec’2025. The electric refuse truck logged more than 500 miles and collected 600 tons of solid waste with zero downtime. The follow-on purchase highlights continued use of battery electric trucks in refuse fleet operations.
“Royal Waste Services’ decision to expand its Mack LR Electric fleet demonstrates the operational viability of electric refuse vehicles in demanding urban environments,” said George Fotopoulos, Mack Trucks vice president and e-mobility business unit leader. “The company’s continued investment in zero-tailpipe emission technology reflects both the performance of the LR Electric and its commitment to sustainable waste collection operations in New York.”
Royal Waste Services’ LR Electric collected about 75 tons of waste per week during its first eight weeks of operation, maintaining 100% uptime. Drivers reported less fatigue because the vehicle operates without engine vibration. They also cited improved control and responsiveness compared with diesel trucks on stop and go collection routes.
“After seeing positive results with our initial Mack LR Electric, and with the support from the voucher incentive program, adding three more units was a natural next step for our fleet,” said Michael Angelo Reali, district manager for Royal Waste Services. “The move to electric propulsion delivers environmental and community benefits, enhances driver comfort, and provides fuel and maintenance cost savings.”
Royal Waste Services received its first Mack LR Electric in early 2025 as part of “The Bronx Is Breathing” initiative, a project funded through the New York Clean Transportation Prizes program.
The Mack LR Electric uses a 376 kWh battery pack to support extended range between charges. Twin electric motors produce 448 continuous horsepower and 4,051 lb.-ft. of peak torque from zero RPM, meeting the stop and start demands of urban refuse collection. The Mack LR Electric operates with four NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide) lithium-ion batteries and a 150 kW SAE J1772 compliant charging system. A two-stage regenerative braking system captures energy during stop cycles, sustaining overall battery efficiency.
A copper-colored Bulldog identifies the LR Electric as an all-electric model. The LR Electric maintains the same driver- and passenger-side layouts and customization options as the diesel-powered Mack LR model, supporting fleet transition without operational redesign.
Source: Mack Trucks
About Mack Trucks
Mack Trucks is an American manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Founded in 1900 as the Mack Brothers Company in Brooklyn, NY, it adopted the name Mack Trucks, Inc. in 1922. The company produces Class 8 highway tractors, vocational trucks, diesel engines and transmissions. It serves transportation, construction, refuse, highway and industrial customers in more than 45 countries through a dealer network. Trucks, engines and transmissions sold in North America are assembled in the United States. Manufacturing sites hold ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. Mack Trucks sponsors Share the Road, a safety campaign of the American Trucking Associations. The company is headquartered in Greensboro, NC. Mack Trucks is part of Volvo Group, founded in 1927. Mack Trucks has about 2,000 employees worldwide.
About Royal Waste Services
Royal Waste Services is a U.S. waste management company that provides commercial waste collection, recycling and composting services in New York City and nearby areas. Founded in 1999, the company serves office buildings, hotels, restaurants and retailers. It offers curbside pickup, dumpster service, bulk waste removal, food waste composting and document shredding. Royal Waste Services operates around the clock and manages recycling facilities for mixed recyclables and organic waste. The company is headquartered in Hollis, NY. In 2024, Waste Connections acquired Royal Waste Services.