InfraStructures - December 2019/January 2020 - Volvo Trucks Launches Sales of Electric Trucks for Urban Transport

Volvo Trucks Launches Sales of Electric Trucks for Urban Transport

Volvo Trucks recently announced the start of sales of its Volvo FL and Volvo FE electric trucks in selected markets within Europe, meeting the increasing demand for sustainable transport solutions in city environments.
In the absence of exhaust emissions and with reduced noise levels, electric trucks offer huge potential in urban areas. First, the reduced noise levels make it possible to carry out deliveries and refuse collection in early mornings, late evenings or even at night, helping to improve transport logistics and reduce congestion during peak hours. Second, with better air quality and less noise, electric trucks create new opportunities for city planning and road infrastructure. An electric truck can, for example be used in indoor loading areas and environmental zones.
One challenge is to maximize the payload at the same time as optimizing the driving range.

Volvo FL Electric and Volvo FE Electric were developed in close collaboration with selected customers operating in Gothenburg, Sweden. Feedback has been very positive, and the drivers involved in the collaboration are particularly impressed by the responsive driveline, seamless acceleration and how quiet the trucks are.
Addressing climate change will require the availability of several driveline technologies.

Source: Volvo Trucks

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