24 Dec 2024

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, will showcase its latest advancements in electric firefighting technology at CES 2025.

Joining Oshkosh Corporation in booth #5616 at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall, Pierce will highlight its innovative solutions including the Pierce® Volterra™ electric fire truck, designed to meet the evolving needs of fire departments, focusing on sustainability, performance, and safety.

Performance of fire apparatus

We are proud to demonstrate how Pierce’s cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of fire service,” said Bob Schulz, president of Pierce Manufacturing.

As part of Oshkosh Corporation’s CES 2025 presence, we’re showcasing how advanced electrification, connectivity, and safety innovations are improving the performance of fire apparatus and empowering first responders in critical, high-pressure situations.”

Innovations in electric vehicle technology

Pierce’s presence at CES 2025 will demonstrate its role in pioneering the transition toward sustainable emergency response solutions through innovations in electric vehicle technology.

These advancements are purpose-built to enhance operational performance, manage environmental impact, and promote safety of firefighters and communities.

Highlights include:

  • Advanced Electrification: The cutting-edge Pierce Volterra electric fire truck, a pumper designed to reduce emissions in electric mode while maintaining the performance and reliability fire departments demand.
  • Safety Innovations: Technologies such as advanced telematics, driver assistance systems, and enhanced operator visibility, ensuring safer and more efficient operations.
  • Sustainable Performance: Engineered to deliver zero-emission capabilities in electric mode while optimizing operational uptime and helping manage noise pollution in communities.

Innovations in electrification

As part of Oshkosh Corporation’s broader CES exhibit, Pierce joins other Oshkosh brands in showcasing innovations in electrification, artificial intelligence (AI), connectivity, and autonomy. Together, the companies highlight how these transformative technologies are providing solutions for those who perform essential, everyday work.

  • Neighborhood of the future: Discover how purpose-built, route-based electric fleet vehicles are reshaping communities with safe, clean and quiet solutions.
  • Airport of the future: Experience how electric and autonomous gate and ground support equipment, combined with connected technologies, are aiding in optimizing operations and reducing travel-related delays.
  • Job site of the future: See how electric, autonomous and connected equipment is revolutionizing construction sites, aiding safety, supporting productivity and promoting sustainability.