3 Best Commercial Electric Trucks you will Love :
- Volvo Trucks:
After three successful years of operation, Volvo Trucks has closed its program. The program started from 2019 to 2022, studying the Volvo VNR electric truck going to the Southern California Coast Airshed, which is one of the largest vehicle entrances in the United States. Volvo's Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions or LIGHT is a project launched to identify the requirements to support the introduction of electric trucks.
The transport sector contributes to the most lethal output of the economic sector, at 27% in 2020, according to the Environment Agency. But, without truck drivers, the economy would grind to a halt. Therefore, companies are developing battery-electric vehicles to solve the problem. However, it takes a lot of money to achieve this.
For this reason, Volvo and the Southern California Coast Air Quality Management District joined with 14 public and private partners to launch Project LIGHTs in 2019. Volvo trucks were delivered and tested to see how the partners can deliver fully electric vehicles across the country. During the light program, Volvo reached out to each of them to develop a best practice plan to help bring electric trucks to market.
Volvo Trucks has announced the start of mass production of electric models of its trucks: Volvo FH, Volvo FM, and Volvo FMX, which are considered the most important products of the company.
These three types are about two-thirds of the company's market, which means that electricity can make a big difference. The production of the Volvo FH Electric, Volvo FM Electric, and Volvo FMX Electric has started at the Tuve plant in Gothenburg, Sweden, to provide maximum flexibility and performance during the transition.
In 2023, Volvo Trucks plans to start production of the three at the factory in Ghent, Belgium, where the new battery assembly should be ready this quarter. Along with the small Volvo FL Electric and Volvo FE Electric, as well as the North American Volvo VNR Electric semi-trailer, the company offers a total of six battery trucks. According to Volvo Trucks, this is the largest electric truck in the industry.
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Speaking about the potential of battery electric trucks, Craig Segall, CEO of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), said: "Electric Vehicles are booming, as the project shows we need strong laws, in many states and at the federal level, to promote them. This project has proven that this technology can serve businesses and provide protection that will benefit the health of our country most importantly."
On the other hand, Roger Alm, CEO of Volvo Trucks, said: "This is an important step that shows that we are leading the revolution of the industry. Less than two years ago, we introduced an electric heavy truck for the first time. We are now bulking up and shipping these wonderful trucks to customers all over Europe, and eventually to customers in Asia, Australia, and Latin America. "
Volvo Trucks also said that demand for electric trucks is growing rapidly. The region has already attracted orders for more than 2,600 units, including about 1,000 for new heavy trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 44 tonnes. The company has targeted that by 2030, at least 50% of the trucks we sell worldwide should be electric.
According to the company, the range of FM radio can reach 380 kilometers or more than 236 kilometers. The distance for FMX and FH is up to 320 km and 300 km respectively.
On the other hand, Roger Alm, CEO of Volvo Trucks, said: "This is an important step that shows that we are leading the revolution of the industry. Less than two years ago, we introduced an electric heavy truck for the first time. We are now bulking up and shipping these wonderful trucks to customers all over Europe, and eventually to customers in Asia, Australia, and Latin America. "
Volvo Trucks also said that demand for electric trucks is growing rapidly. The region has already attracted orders for more than 2,600 units, including about 1,000 for new heavy trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 44 tonnes. The company has targeted that by 2030, at least 50% of the trucks we sell worldwide should be electric.
According to the company, the range of FM radio can reach 380 kilometers or more than 236 kilometers. The distance for FMX and FH is up to 320 km and 300 km respectively.
Here are some of the best practices Volvo and its partners discovered during the event:
In addition, Volvo Trucks has partnered with a local agency, Reach Out, to develop training materials for first responders. This course covers advanced electrical equipment and how to handle it safely. Volvo Trucking has released a guide with lessons from its electric truck drivers. Buy Here
Last year, Volvo Trucks said it began testing vehicles using "hydrogen-powered fuel cells", and the Swedish company says their range can be extended up to 1,000 kilometers, or more than 621 km.
In a statement, the company said that recharging will take less than 15 minutes. . In March 2021, Daimler Trucks and the Volvo Group created a cell centric, 50/50 partnership focused on the production of fuel cells.
- Road Performance - Many factors can affect the performance of a large battery truck, such as hills, roads, weather conditions, and driving habits. Volvo introduces the Electric Power Generator (EPG) based on information obtained from studies to find the best route.
- Access to charging stations - To enable long-distance travel, there must be reliable and economical charging. Several companies worked with Shell Recharge Solutions to install 58 EV chargers.
- Training and support - Volvo works with dealers to help customers buy Volvo VNR electric vehicles. The trucking industry has developed a technician training program so that workers can learn how to repair and operate heavy-duty electric vehicles.
In addition, Volvo Trucks has partnered with a local agency, Reach Out, to develop training materials for first responders. This course covers advanced electrical equipment and how to handle it safely. Volvo Trucking has released a guide with lessons from its electric truck drivers. Buy Here
Last year, Volvo Trucks said it began testing vehicles using "hydrogen-powered fuel cells", and the Swedish company says their range can be extended up to 1,000 kilometers, or more than 621 km.
In a statement, the company said that recharging will take less than 15 minutes. . In March 2021, Daimler Trucks and the Volvo Group created a cell centric, 50/50 partnership focused on the production of fuel cells.
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- Scania Trucks:
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Swedish truck manufacturer Scania has unveiled its long-range electric vehicle that will be available in Europe as both, a semi-truck and a semi-trailer. Scania says that a 4 × 2, or single-axle, tractor with six batteries produces 624 kWh of installed batteries that can expect up to 350 km (217 miles) of range, at an average speed of 80 km per hour on the highway. The company says the range will vary based on weight, configuration, and topography.
The truck will get a full charge in less than 90 minutes, half the time of the driver's 45-minute rest period for 4.5 hours of driving in Europe at 375kW. One hour of charging will add approximately 270-300 km (168-186 miles) of range.
Scania writes about its electric vehicles that A 4×2 trailer will require a wheelbase of 4150mm while carrying six batteries, benefiting from increased vehicle size standards in Europe. The maximum weight of the trail can be estimated at 64 tons, in the Nordic.
Fredrik Allard, Executive Vice President and Head of Electrification at Scania, said:
With this significant addition to our existing hybrids and BEVs for urban distribution, we can offer our customers a sustainable and multifaceted portfolio of zero-emission solutions.
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Electric trucks have a small market in Europe but are experiencing rapid growth, especially in northern European countries such as Germany and the Netherlands. Volvo Trucks is the market leader in Europe with a market share of 42%.
Now we are expanding our reach in all areas, offering new opportunities to many customers in the transport ecosystem, said Christian Levin, CEO of Scania. “These trucks are part of an all-electric solution for the transportation industry".
"The only thing that stands between seamless transport system based on electric solutions is the full charging infrastructure, but here also we are seeing great progress."
Presented as a complete turnkey solution, Scania will offer a range of support and service options, including charging, financing, insurance, and maintenance. Scania has also teamed up with global partners to be able to offer a complete charging solution as part of the purchase while serving as a single point of contact.
"The addition of these solutions to Scania's portfolio is a big change for customers who want to do things on their own," added Fredrik Allard, President and CEO of Electrification at Scania.
- Mercedes Benz Trucks:
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Mercedes-Benz Motors is not slowing down its electrification efforts and has announced a new electric battery model at the IAA Transportation 2022 in Hannover, Germany.
The company plans to introduce a medium-duty model for distribution transportation, called the Mercedes-Benz eAtego. According to the press release, work on eAtego has already begun, with the start of sales expected in the next few years.
Nothing has really been said about the technology, but we can expect at least 160-320km of a range because that seems to be the basic goal in this area. The statement leads us to the conclusion that in a few years, the German manufacturer will offer a fully electric truck.
The eActros has been launched in 2021 and the eEconic in 2022. eActros will also be used as skip loaders, hook loaders, cranes, lifting platforms, and refrigerators box trucks. The eActros LongHaul presented at the IAA offers a preview of the design language of the production vehicle with its clear contours and LED light strip at the front. Mercedes-Benz Trucks has also announced more information on the eActros LongHaul series. Three batteries provide an installed total of more than 600 kWh and two electric motors, as part of the new electric axle, produce 400 kW of continuous power and more than 600 kW of peak power.
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The company talks a range of "about 500 km" on a single charge. Mercedes-Benz hasn't confirmed if this is a full charge, but we think it is. The battery used in the eActros LongHaul uses lithium-ion-phosphate (LFP) cell technology. These are used on all surfaces due to long service life and other power consumption. Although it may give up some energy in the LFP cells, making it shorter than, say, a Tesla Semi at 500 kilometers, Mercedes says it gets a longer life.
At the same time, the company is developing a version of the powerful Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul, which in 2024 will provide about 500 km. With a light trailer model, the range can be increased to 800 km, but we do not know if this solution will enter the system.
In other words, electrification is progressing at least in Europe, and all manufacturers are working strong and innovative products. In addition to the trailer, Mercedes-Benz trucks will also launch a rugged version of the eActros LongHaul once it is launched on the market. This will give consumers many more options that can be used in all-electric transportation. The development engineers of Mercedes-Benz Trucks are developing the eActros LongHaul so that the vehicle and its components meet the same longevity requirements as the long-haul Actros model. This means 1.2 million kilometers of road in ten years. The company also said that the truck's battery can be charged from 20 to 80 percent in "well under 30 minutes" when using a charging station "about one megawatt".
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The eActros LongHaul will be built on the Mercedes-Benz Trucks assembly line at the Wörth truck factory. The first prototype is being tested, and the new "near-production version" will be tested in real customer use next year. Production is scheduled for 2024.
Alongside the eActros LongHaul, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has announced a new version of the eActros, the eActros 300, which consists of three packages, each with approximately 112 kWh of energy. It offers the possibility of "up to 220 km", or about 137 kilometers per charge.
The new model will be available in the second half of 2023. One thing is clear, if Tesla decides to launch the Semi model in Europe in the next few years, there will be a market that grows more than the empty space, as it was in the past 10 electric cars.
As for tractors in the long term, it is expected that companies such as Daimler, Volvo, and Tesla will begin to deliver electric vehicles in late 2022 and 2023, which are from major carriers including Walmart and companies -carrying the burden of the country as an NFI company.
New models will be zero emissions in 2024, while diesel and gasoline trucks must be retired after 18 years to meet the requirement by 2035. Additionally, half of the new trucks purchased by state and local governments will be zero-emission by 2024, rising to 100% by 2027.
It is worth noting that, according to Elon Musk, the Tesla Semi should be able to travel 500 kilometers when loaded.
Alongside the eActros LongHaul, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has announced a new version of the eActros, the eActros 300, which consists of three packages, each with approximately 112 kWh of energy. It offers the possibility of "up to 220 km", or about 137 kilometers per charge.
The new model will be available in the second half of 2023. One thing is clear, if Tesla decides to launch the Semi model in Europe in the next few years, there will be a market that grows more than the empty space, as it was in the past 10 electric cars.
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