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—Commercial Vehicle Solar

Power Your Fleet. Reduce Every Idle Cost.

Purpose-engineered solar kits for trucks, trailers, and refrigeration units. Eliminate dead batteries, reduce idle expenses, and protect cold chain integrity — across Europe and North America.

$1,700

Saved per tractor / year

3–4×

Battery life extension

<12 mo

Typical ROI payback

5W–400W

Full power range

$5.57 /hr

Idle Time Fuel Cost

Every rest-period idle hour burns diesel — and in some states, violates anti-idling laws

18 mo

Average Battery Lifespan

Without solar trickle charging, fleet batteries die in under two years

$50k +

Cargo Loss per TRU Failure

A single refrigeration battery failure in yard storage can destroy an entire load

24V

EU Liftgate Standard

European fleets run 24V systems — most solar kits only support US 12V, leaving a critical gap

Three Ready-to-Ship Kits

The Right Solar Kit for Every Application

Each kit is pre-matched and tested as a complete system. All components selected, all cables included, all certifications verified.

10W

Telematics & GPS

Tracker Power Kit

The market's only commercial vehicle solar cell starting at 5W. Built for trailer GPS and telematics devices — eliminates field battery replacements with a panel that embeds directly into tracker housings. Competitors' smallest unit is 40W; ours starts at 5W.

Kit Contents

Power

5–20W

Voltage

3.7–12V

Rating

IP65

Certs

CE / RoHS

200W

Delivery Fleets — 12V & 24V EU

Liftgate Charging Kit

Eliminates the leading cause of delivery route interruptions — dead liftgate batteries. Available in 12V (North America) and 24V (Europe) — the only dual-voltage liftgate solar kit for Dhollandia, Palfinger, and Anteo operators. No competitor offers a 24V EU version.

Kit Contents

Power

200W

Voltage

12V / 24V

Rating

IP67

Certs

CE / RoHS

160W

Cold Chain — TRU / Reefer

TRU Maintenance Kit

Keeps transport refrigeration unit batteries charged in yard storage — preventing cargo loss from cold chain interruptions. Delivers 4× more charging power than the ThermoLite 110W at an equivalent footprint. Rated at -40°C for arctic cold chain operations.

Kit Contents

Power

80–200W

Voltage

-40°C

Rating

IP67

Certs

CE / IEC

Why Sungold

Engineered for Commercial Fleets.

12V / 24V Support

Sungold can support solar panel planning for 12V and 24V vehicle auxiliary power applications. Final voltage, controller, battery, and wiring compatibility should be confirmed for each vehicle platform.

Compact Telematics Panels

For GPS trackers, sensors, liftgate batteries, and auxiliary loads, compact solar panels can help maintain battery charge during idle periods. Panel wattage, size, and mounting method should be selected by load profile and available roof space.

OEM / ODM Engineering

Sungold can review custom size, voltage, cable, connector, surface material, and mounting requirements for fleet, TRU, liftgate, and vehicle roof applications. Sample timing and MOQ should be confirmed by project scope.

Project Supply Support

For fleet and system brands, Sungold can support project-specific solar panel development with flexible manufacturing options, documentation support, and global shipping coordination. Pricing should be confirmed by specification, volume, and certification requirements.

Buyer Requirement What to Check Sungold Support Confirmation Needed
12V / 24V Systems Confirm battery voltage, controller input, and wiring protection. Electrical review for vehicle auxiliary power projects. Final compatibility must be checked per vehicle platform.
Compact Panel Size Check available roof area, device housing, and cable route. Compact panel customization for telematics and battery support. Size, wattage, cable, connector, and mounting need drawing confirmation.
TRU / Fleet Roof Use Review roof space, vibration, mounting, weather, and cable routing. Custom panel structure for trailer and vehicle roof applications. Temperature range and certification scope need project confirmation.
Liftgate Battery Support Check battery voltage, idle time, charging target, and controller match. Panel planning support for liftgate battery maintenance. Charging result depends on battery, sunlight, shade, controller, and wiring.
OEM Custom Projects Confirm size, voltage, material, cable, connector, label, and packaging. OEM / ODM engineering support for fleet and system brands. MOQ, sample time, pricing, and lead time are confirmed case by case.
Note: This checklist is for buyer evaluation only. Product specifications, certification scope, MOQ, pricing, sample timing, and lead time should be confirmed by project before quotation or customer commitment.

Six Proven Applications

Solar Across Every Commercial Vehicle Type

From 5W GPS trackers to 400W idle-reduction systems, Sungold covers the full commercial vehicle solar spectrum — built for fleet operators, trailer OEMs, and logistics companies worldwide.

Liftgate Battery Charging

Solar panels continuously top off liftgate batteries
— eliminating the most common cause of delivery failures. Works for 12V US and 24V EU hydraulic systems.

3–5× battery life extension

TRU / Reefer Battery Maintenance

Keeps transport refrigeration unit batteries charged during yard storage, preventing deep discharge. CE-certified, IP67, -40°C rated for all-season cold chain use.

Prevents $5,000–$50,000 cargo loss events

Trailer GPS & Telematics

5W–20W OEM solar cells embed directly into tracker housings for ORBCOMM, Spireon, PowerFleet, and Samsara devices. No competitor goes below 40W for commercial applications.

7+ years battery-free operation

Hotel Loads & Idle Reduction

Power cab electronics, HVAC, and APU systems during mandated 34-hour rest periods.
Compatible with Freightliner Cascadia, Kenworth T680, and Volvo VNL.

$1,700 per tractor per year average savings

Service & Utility Trucks

Power tools, work lights,
and onboard equipment from service body truck rooftops. Ideal for utility companies, construction fleets, and telecoms service vehicles.

200W–600W system range

Cargo Lighting & Box Trucks

Solar-powered interior cargo lighting reduces dependency on vehicle electrical systems. One 200W rooftop panel powers both lighting and liftgate battery with no vehicle wiring modification.

Zero modifications to existing wiring

Fleet ROI Calculator | Sungold Solar
Fleet ROI Calculator

What Will Solar
Save Your Fleet?

Based on verified data from GP Transco (600 trucks, $1,700/year/tractor) and Nussbaum Transportation (battery life extended 3–4×). Estimate your fleet savings in 60 seconds.

Annual Fuel Savings
Battery Replacement Savings
Total Annual Fleet Savings
Estimated Payback Period

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Instant estimate based on verified fleet data. No email required.

Technical Specifications | Sungold Solar
Technical Specifications

Full Spec Details — All Three Kits

Certified to IEC61215, IEC61730, and CE standards. All specifications independently tested and verified.

SG-TrackerCell — Panel

10W
Peak Power (Pmax)10W (5W / 15W / 20W available)
Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)6V / 12V (customizable)
Short Circuit Current (Isc)1.8A
Panel Thickness<3mm total
Weight<120g
Front SheetETFE
Operating Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Protection RatingIP65
Custom DimensionsYes — OEM housing fit
CertificationsCE, RoHS, ISO 9227

Application Notes — Telematics

Compatible DevicesORBCOMM, Spireon, PowerFleet, Samsara
Installation Method3M VHB — peel & stick, 15 min
Battery-Free Operation7+ years
Connector TypeCustom / JST / Bare leads
Cable Length1.5m standard (custom available)
Salt Spray TestISO 9227 — 1,000hr passed
Minimum Order (Sample)10 pcs
Sample Lead Time3–4 weeks (custom dimensions)
MarketDry van trailers, reefer trailers, containers
vs. CompetitorsMerlin min. 40W — we start at 5W

Why Sungold

Fleet-Grade Quality, Independently Verified

Every panel certified to international standards — meeting EU vehicle equipment approval, North American fleet procurement, and OEM supply chain qualification requirements.

CE

EU vehicle equipment compliance for all European markets

RoHS

Hazardous substance restriction — EU and global OEM supply chains

IEC 61215

Crystalline silicon PV module qualification standard

IEC 61730

PV module safety — electrical, mechanical, and fire qualification

IEC 61701

Salt mist corrosion — 1,000hr certified for coastal operations

IP67

Junction box protection — 100-bar pressure trailer washing

-40°C

Arctic cold chain rated per IEC61215 thermal cycling

ISO 9001

Quality management system — consistent OEM production

Why Sungold

Fleet-Grade Quality, Independently Verified

Every panel certified to international standards — meeting EU vehicle equipment approval, North American fleet procurement, and OEM supply chain qualification requirements.

Request Sample Kit

All three kits available to qualified fleet operators and OEMs — ships within 5–7 business days

OEM Custom Inquiry

Custom dimensions, voltage, and branding — 4–6 week sample turnaround, low MOQ from 10 pcs

Dealer Partnership Program

Become a certified Sungold commercial vehicle installer — 30–40% dealer margin

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