One of the biggest roadblocks in the uptake of battery electric heavy vehicles is the poor driving range when compared to traditionally fuelled vehicles, but Volvo’s new long-range FH Electric will help pave the way forward for the emerging industry.
The Volvo FH Electric is currently slated for release in the second half of 2025 and will be able to travel up to 600 kilometres in one charge, which will allow transport companies to operate on long-distance routes and drive a full working day without the need to recharge.
Volvo has currently delivered over 3800 electric trucks to customers in 46 countries around the world, including the recent order of 300 electric trucks from DSV, which is one of the largest in the company’s history.
The catalyst for the improved 600km range is Volvo’s new driveline technology, the ‘e-axle’. This technology creates more space on board which allows for a significantly larger battery capacity.
More efficient batteries, continued improvements to the battery management system and added efficiency of the powertrain also contribute.
President of Volvo Trucks Roger Alm says the new long-range trucks will offer a sustainable solution for long-haul transport companies.
“Our new electric flagship will be a great complement to our wide range of electric trucks and enable zero-exhaust emission transport for the longer distances,” Alm says.
“It will be a great solution for transport companies with high annual mileage on their trucks and with a strong commitment to reduce CO2.
“The transport sector represents seven per cent of global carbon emissions. Battery-electric trucks are important tools to reduce the climate footprint.
“Besides the environmental gains electric trucks bring, they offer truck drivers a much better working environment with much lower levels of noise and vibrations.”
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