KDRIVE Truck with Extend Hybrid Energy Powertrain.
KHAP Technology is pioneering a new category in heavy-duty transportation — transforming conventional diesel trucks into intelligent diesel-electric machines.
Electric Motor Output
Diesel Consumption Reduction
A New Category of Heavy-Duty semi truck
KDRIVE defines a new class of powertrain technology with a tractor equip with a Hybrid Energy Powertrain Conversion. EXTEND powertrain is an advanced integrated powertrain system that makes existing Class-8 trucks smarter, cleaner, and more powerful — engineered to the standards of the world's leading drivetrain manufacturers.
Electric Propulsion
High-power electric motor integrated into the drivetrain, delivering 500 kW of clean torque alongside the diesel engine.
Kinetic Energy Recovery
Regenerative systems capture energy lost during braking and deceleration, storing it for immediate reuse.
AI-Driven Energy Management
Smart Kinetic Management (SKM) software continuously optimizes power distribution between electric and diesel sources in real time.
Modular Powertrain Architecture
Each system component is independently serviceable and upgradeable, protecting your investment as technology evolves.
Key Benefits
25–40% Fuel Savings
Significant reduction in diesel consumption across all route types, delivering immediate and measurable cost savings.
No Charging Infrastructure
Operates entirely on diesel as the range extender. No grid dependency. No charging stations. No operational compromise.
Regulatory Confidence
Meets EPA/CARB 2027 emissions standards. Protect your fleet's access to all markets, ports, and urban zones.
Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Reduced fuel spend, lower maintenance costs, and available government incentives deliver payback within 12–18 months.
EXTEND by KDRIVE Powertrain Conversion System
An integrated system of eight interdependent technologies, engineered as a single powertrain solution for Class-8 long-haul trucks.
500 kW Electric Motor
Intelligent Gearbox
Battery Energy Storage
Diesel Range Extender
Smart Kinetic Management (SKM)
Augmented Drive System (ADS)
Smart Truck Technology (STT)
Zero Emission Mode (ZEM)
Technology
Advanced Powertrain Architecture for the Real World
KDRIVE's system architecture EXTEND combines five interdependent technologies into a single, cohesive powertrain solution — engineered for the performance demands, duty cycles, and operational realities of North American Class-8 long-haul trucking.
Electric Propulsion
A 500 kW electric motor integrates directly into the drivetrain, delivering high torque output and reducing diesel engine load across all operating conditions.
Kinetic Energy Recovery
Regenerative braking and deceleration systems capture kinetic energy that would otherwise be lost as heat, converting it into stored electrical power.
Diesel Range Extender
The diesel engine operates as an intelligent range extender, eliminating range anxiety and charging dependency while maintaining full long-haul capability.
Smart Kinetic Management (SKM)
Proprietary AI-driven software continuously monitors and optimizes power distribution between electric and diesel sources, adapting in real time to route conditions, load, and driver behavior.
Modular Powertrain Architecture
Every component is independently serviceable and upgradeable. The system is designed to evolve with advancing battery and software technology, protecting your investment long-term.
No Charging Infrastructure. No Compromise.
The single greatest barrier to fleet electrification is infrastructure. KDRIVE eliminates that barrier entirely. The diesel engine acts as an onboard range extender — meaning KDRIVE-equipped trucks operate wherever diesel is available, which is everywhere your fleet runs today.
The Infrastructure Problem
Charging Deserts
Heavy-truck charging infrastructure covers less than 5% of North American freight corridors today.
Downtime Economics
A 4–8 hour charge cycle is operationally incompatible with long-haul freight economics.
Capital Exposure
Fleet-scale charging infrastructure investment runs into tens of millions of dollars before a single truck moves.
The KDRIVE Advantage
Diesel-Powered Range
Refuel in minutes at any of the 150,000+ diesel stations across North America. Zero operational disruption.
Full Long-Haul Capability
No range limitations. No route restrictions. Full performance on any corridor, any load, any weather.
Zero Infrastructure Investment
Deploy KDRIVE across your entire fleet without spending a dollar on charging infrastructure.
The KDRIVE EXTEND System
Eight Integrated Technologies. One Powertrain Solution.
The KDRIVE Powertrain Conversion System is not a collection of add-on components. It is a fully integrated powertrain architecture — engineered as a unified system where each element is purpose-designed to work in concert with the others.
500 kW Electric Motor
High-torque electric motor integrated directly into the drivetrain. Delivers peak performance while reducing diesel engine load by up to 40%.
Battery Energy Storage System
High-density battery pack stores recovered kinetic energy and delivers it on demand. Sized for long-haul duty cycles.
Intelligent Gearbox
Precision-engineered gearbox manages seamless power transfer between electric motor and diesel engine across all operating conditions.
Smart Kinetic Management (SKM)
The intelligence layer of the system. AI-driven software that continuously optimizes every aspect of powertrain performance in real time.
Advanced Driver & Software Systems
Beyond the mechanical powertrain, KDRIVE integrates three proprietary software and driver systems that define the intelligence of the platform.
Augmented Drive System (ADS)
An advanced driver assistance layer that integrates with the powertrain to optimize energy use based on route topography, traffic conditions, and load weight. ADS learns driver behavior over time to continuously improve efficiency.
- Route-adaptive energy optimization
- Real-time driver coaching interface
- Predictive power management
Smart Truck Technology (STT)
A connected telematics and diagnostics platform that gives fleet operators full visibility into system performance, energy consumption, and predictive maintenance requirements across their entire KDRIVE-equipped fleet.
- Fleet-wide performance dashboard
- Predictive maintenance alerts
- Over-the-air software updates
Zero Emission Mode (ZEM)
A dedicated operating mode that enables fully electric, zero-emission operation in designated low-emission zones, urban areas, ports, and distribution centers — without any driver intervention required.
- Automatic zone detection
- Silent, zero-emission urban operation
- Regulatory compliance on demand
Why KDRIVE
The trucking industry is at an inflection point. KDRIVE is the answer.
The Industry Challenge
Rising Fuel Costs
Diesel represents 35–40% of total fleet operating costs. With no structural relief in sight, fuel efficiency is no longer optional — it is existential.
Full Electrification Is Not Ready
Battery-electric Class-8 trucks remain cost-prohibitive, range-limited, and unproven at scale for long-haul operations.
Infrastructure Does Not Exist
Heavy-truck charging networks cover a fraction of North American freight corridors. Building them will take decades and billions of dollars.
Regulatory Deadlines Are Real
EPA and CARB 2027 mandates are approaching. Non-compliant fleets risk losing access to California, major ports, and urban distribution centers.
The KDRIVE Solution
Immediate Fuel Reduction
Deploy KDRIVE today and reduce diesel consumption by 25–40% from day one. No waiting for infrastructure. No operational disruption.
Proven Engineering Foundation
Built on established electric motor, battery, and software technologies — adapted and validated specifically for Class-8 long-haul applications.
Regulatory Compliance Now
KDRIVE meets or exceeds all current and upcoming EPA/CARB requirements, securing your fleet's access to every market.
A Practical Electrification Pathway
KDRIVE is not the end state. It is the intelligent bridge — delivering real results today while positioning your fleet for full electrification tomorrow.
Become a KDRIVE Test Partner
KDRIVE is actively seeking forward-thinking fleet operators to participate in real-world testing of our demonstrator truck. This is a strategic partnership opportunity — not a pilot program. Partners will play a direct role in shaping the future of hybrid trucking.
Test a KDRIVE Semi
Operate the KDRIVE semi on your real routes, with full engineering support from the KHAP Technology team.
Contribute Operational Data
Your real-world performance data directly validates and refines the system for commercial deployment.
Early Adoption Advantage
Partners receive preferential commercial terms, priority installation scheduling, and a seat at the table for future development decisions.
Fleet Partners
A Strategic Partnership for the Future of Freight
KDRIVE is not looking for customers. We are looking for partners. We are seeking a select group of forward-thinking fleet operators to participate in real-world testing of the KDRIVE demonstrator truck — and to help shape the commercial future of hybrid powertrain technology.
Target Fleet Size
Mid-size operators with scale to generate meaningful data
Demonstrator Deployment
First real-world partner testing begins
Partner Slots Available
Limited positions for the initial demonstrator program (Canada + USA)
The Demonstrator Program
The KDRIVE Demonstrator Program is a structured, engineering-led collaboration between KHAP Technology and a select group of fleet operators. It is designed to validate the system under real-world operating conditions on real routes, with real loads, operated by real drivers.
Selection
Fleet operators apply and are assessed for fit based on fleet size, route profile, and operational requirements. A limited number of partners will be selected for the initial program.
Engineering Collaboration
Selected partners work directly with the KHAP engineering team to define testing parameters, performance targets, and data collection protocols.
Demonstrator Deployment
The KDRIVE demonstrator truck is deployed into your fleet operations. KHAP provides full technical support throughout the testing period.
Data & Development
Operational data is analyzed jointly. Partner feedback directly informs the commercial product specification. Partners receive full reporting on system performance.
This is not a pilot program. It is a co-development partnership. Your operational experience will shape the KDRIVE commercial system.
Why Partner With KDRIVE
Test a Category-Defining Technology
Be among the first fleet operators in North America to operate a Hybrid Energy Powertrain Conversion system. Gain operational insight and competitive intelligence before the market moves.
Shape the Commercial Product
Your real-world data and operational feedback directly influence the final commercial specification of the KDRIVE system. Partners have a genuine voice in product development.
Preferential Commercial Terms
Demonstrator partners receive priority access to commercial deployment, reduced system pricing, and preferred long-term partnership agreements.
Apply to Become a KDRIVE Test Partner
Contact our partnership team to submit your fleet profile and begin the application process. We will respond within 5 business days.
contact@ktechnology.ca | (613) 702 2807
About KHAP Technology
Canadian Engineering. Global Expertise. Industrial Purpose.
KHAP Technology is a Canadian engineering firm specializing in electric propulsion systems, hybrid powertrains, embedded software, and energy management systems. The company was founded with a singular mission: to develop advanced powertrain technology that solves real problems for real industries.
Canadian Engineering
Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, KHAP combines the precision of Canadian engineering culture with globally competitive technical capability.
Powertrain & EV Expertise
Deep specialization in electric motor systems, hybrid drivetrain architecture, embedded control software, and energy management — the exact disciplines that define KDRIVE.
International Collaboration
KHAP has collaborated with international partners on advanced EV and motorsport programs, bringing proven global engineering experience to the North American trucking market.
Contact KHAP Technology
Whether you are a fleet operator exploring the KDRIVE system, an industry partner, or an investor, we want to hear from you. Our engineering and partnership team is available to answer your questions and discuss next steps.
Phone
(613) 702 2807
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contact@ktechnology.ca
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Office
- QUEBEC - 4928 Rue Ambroise-Lafortune, Boisbriand, QC J7H 1S6,
- ONTARIO - 1000 Innovation Drive, Kanata, ON, Canada K2K 3E7
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