In Pictures: Windrose publishes free CAD models for all 1,023 parts of its E700 electric semi truck

Windrose's open-source CAD release aims to keep electric Class 8 trucks like the E700 on the road for years.

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Fleets weighing a young manufacturer's electric semi now have a guarantee of long-term spare parts availability.

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Access to all 1,023 part models addresses the resale and service concerns that dog unproven truck makers.

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The E700's published CAD files let operators and third parties manufacture components independently.

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Open-source parts data could reshape how logistics fleets plan maintenance for electric trucks.

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Windrose says the free models will help guarantee serviceability throughout the E700's lifecycle.

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The move gives buyers confidence that a young brand's trucks won't become orphaned assets.

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Free CAD access lowers the barrier for fleets considering their first electric Class 8 purchase.

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With every part documented, the E700's long-term parts supply no longer depends solely on its maker.

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