I am not saying that they are buying them for just that, but the PR value of this operation is probably worth a big percentage of the cost of the trucks.
Probably more a proof of concept than PR function. Stress testing these trucks will lend great insight into their practicality.
Exactly. Like How many mechanical and electrical problems will develop a year from now ? Two years ? It’s very different to carry 80,000 lbs for a few test rides than everyday for years.