Isuzu East Africa is venturing into Kenya's electric vehicle (EV) market by planning to introduce its first battery-powered truck by 2025. The company, a prominent commercial vehicle assembler in Kenya, aims to address the changing transport landscape in the country by embracing cleaner mobility solutions. Isuzu intends to conduct trial deployments of the electric truck to evaluate real-world feedback on aspects like infrastructure, performance, and customer expectations specific to electric mobility in Kenya's commercial transport sector. Isuzu's parent company, Isuzu Motors Limited, is also investing in a global rollout of low-emission vehicles and aims to offer battery-electric or hydrogen fuel-cell options across its vehicle range by 2030. The decision to start with a truck reflects a strategic move as commercial vehicles are significant contributors to pollution and fuel consumption. Isuzu recognizes the challenges in electrifying commercial vehicles and aims to address technical concerns through direct customer trials. Kenya's EV market is gradually growing, with other players like CFAO Mobility Kenya and Simba Corp already introducing electric vehicle models to cater to the rising demand driven by fuel costs, environmental considerations, and evolving government policies. However, the transition to EVs faces obstacles such as limited charging infrastructure, high import costs, and inconsistent electricity supply. Despite these challenges, Isuzu's entry into the EV market is a positive step towards promoting environmental sustainability and cleaner transportation in Kenya. Isuzu's local trial is expected to serve as a benchmark for commercial fleet electrification, providing valuable insights for industry stakeholders, regulators, and fleet managers. The feedback from the pilot programs could influence future decisions and shape the direction of transportation in Kenya. While acknowledging the challenges ahead, Isuzu East Africa remains optimistic about the potential of electric mobility for the country's future transportation needs.