The Cold Chain Operating System
Refrigeration that runs on electricity and data.
Arcticar replaces noisy, high-maintenance diesel reefers with an intelligent all-electric refrigeration platform — USA-built, maintenance-free, and streaming live telemetry from every trailer on the road.
- Zero Emissions
- ~500 lb Lighter
- ~3-Year Payback
- 24/7 Support
The Hardware
Meet Arcticar Monitor
A self-contained, all-electric refrigeration unit built around a LiFePO₄ battery. It cools harder, weighs less, and never asks for an oil change.
- Runtime
- 11–20h · up to 40h dual pack
- Battery
- LiFePO₄ · long-cycle, safe chemistry
- Charging
- Shore · NACS · J1772 · CCS1
- Evaporator
- Multi-temp split · independent zones
- Weight
- −500 lb vs. diesel
- Payback
- ~3 years
- Emissions
- Zero · tailpipe-free
- Maintenance
- Near-zero · no fluids, no engine
Live Telemetry
Every trailer, fully instrumented
The Monitor isn't just a cooling unit — it's a sensor platform. Every load streams real-time data to the cloud so you always know the state of your cold chain.
Temperature
Continuous box temperature with set-point tracking and excursion alerts.
Humidity
Live in-trailer humidity to protect sensitive perishables.
Door Status
Open/closed events with dwell-time tracking on every stop.
Charge & Runtime
State of charge and hours of cooling remaining, in real time.
Cooling Alerts
Instant push alerts the moment a load drifts out of range.
12V Battery Health
Monitors the chassis battery so you never get stranded.
Liftgate Usage
Tracks liftgate cycles for utilization and maintenance.
Payload Data
Load metrics tied to each route and delivery.
Harsh-Event Detection
Flags hard braking and impacts that risk the cargo.
3rd-Party Sensors
Integrates external probes and telematics into one feed.
Why Electric
Less weight. Less cost. Zero emissions.
Diesel reefers burn fuel, leak fluids, and need constant service. Arcticar deletes the engine entirely.
| Diesel Reefer | Arcticar | |
|---|---|---|
| Emissions | Tailpipe CO₂ & particulates | Zero |
| Maintenance | Oil, filters, belts, service intervals | Near-zero |
| Weight | Heavier engine + fuel | ~500 lb lighter |
| Noise | Loud, restricted in urban zones | Quiet |
| Data | Limited or none | Full live telemetry |
| Refueling | Diesel stops | Shore · NACS · J1772 · CCS1 |
Support
Maintenance-free hardware. Always-on support.
We don't just ship a unit — service, maintenance, and training are included with every Arcticar.
24/7 same-day response
A live team monitoring your fleet around the clock, with same-day response when something needs attention.
Field techs + remote diagnostics
Most issues are resolved remotely over the air. When hands are needed, field technicians come to you.
Training included
Driver and operations training is part of every deployment, so your team is confident from day one.
Backed by
Arcticar is a Techstars 2026 company.
Techstars NYC · Spring 2026
Led by CEO Jim Castelaz — founder of Motiv Electric Trucks (~$200M, went public) — and a CFO with three IPOs. Deep electrification and operating experience, applied to the cold chain.
FAQ
Questions, answered
The Arcticar Monitor runs 11–20 hours on a single charge depending on load and ambient conditions. With the dual battery pack, runtime extends up to 40 hours — enough for the longest delivery days.
Universally. The Monitor accepts shore power at the dock plus NACS, J1772, and CCS1 connectors — so it charges wherever your trailers already park, with no special infrastructure required.
There's no engine, no oil, no filters, and no belts — so routine maintenance is near-zero. Service, maintenance, and training are included, with 24/7 same-day support, field techs, and remote diagnostics.
Temperature, humidity, door status, state of charge and runtime remaining, cooling alerts, 12V battery health, liftgate usage, payload data, and harsh-event detection. It also integrates 3rd-party sensors into a single live feed.
About 500 lb lighter than a comparable diesel reefer. That's extra payload capacity on every trip — and quieter, cleaner operation in the bargain.
Most fleets see payback in roughly three years from fuel and maintenance savings, before factoring in incentives. Every Arcticar Monitor is USA-built in Alameda, California.
Get in touch
Want one? Ask us about our reefer.
Tell us about your fleet and routes and we'll put together a plan — including expected payback for your operation.
- Phone628-626-1755
- Email[email protected]
- HQAlameda, CA · USA-built