Utah DEQ Receives First Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Truck

Detected March 17th, 2026

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The Utah DEQ has received the state's first all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning truck. This vehicle is part of an initiative to add five electric trucks to the state fleet, aiming to reduce emissions by an estimated 5.3 tons annually.

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The Utah Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has announced the receipt of the state's first all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning truck. This delivery is part of a broader state initiative to transition its fleet to electric vehicles, with plans to add four more electric trucks. The DEQ anticipates this move will significantly reduce emissions, estimating a reduction of 5.3 tons of pollutants annually per truck, alongside cost savings from fuel and maintenance.

This notice serves as an informational update regarding the state's adoption of electric vehicles for government operations. While no immediate compliance actions are required for regulated entities, this initiative highlights the state's commitment to environmental goals and may signal future trends in fleet electrification. Interested parties can find more information on electric vehicle incentives at AirIncentives.utah.gov.

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DEQ Receives State’s First Electric Truck

Ford F-150 Lightning will help reduce 5.3 tons of emissions

Division of Air Quality Director Bryce Bird, Director of Utah Division of Fleet Operations Cory Weeks, and Fleet Manager Dan Black take the Lightning for a test drive.

SALT LAKE CITY – The state’s new all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning is now being driven by DEQ employees after it was delivered on Oct. 18. It’s the first of five electric trucks the state will add to its fleet in a continued effort to improve air quality.

The delivery was made possible thanks to the Department of Government Operations’ Division of Fleet Operations.

Whether they’re monitoring air quality, conducting inspections, issuing permits and responding to environmental emergencies, often in areas that require 4-wheel drive or off-road capabilities, DEQ employees are in the field and community everyday.

“There are so many benefits to electric vehicles,” Division of Air Quality Director Bryce Bird said. “This will help with cost and employee’s time by eliminating the need for fuel, fewer maintenance requirements, decreased noise pollution, and most importantly, reducing overall pollution-causing emissions.”

It’s estimated that this truck alone will reduce overall emissions by 5.3 tons or 13,156 miles of driving each year. DEQ staff will be able to travel 300 miles round trip before needing to charge the vehicle.

DEQ employees grab drinks from the truck’s front trunk, or “frunk.”

Once the truck was delivered and the keys were in the hands of DEQ, staff were invited to check out the new F-150, grab a drink from the “frunk” and go for a ride along.

If you’re interested in making the switch to electric, visit AirIncentives.utah.gov to learn more.

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May 21, 2025 3:10 PM

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