Electric milestone for UK HGVs

THE FOUR Volvo FM electric trucks are designed for high-capacity deliveries operating at 40 tonnes and directly replace diesel vehicles on a range of activities.

Featuring Volvo’s largest 540kWh battery which provides 666hp, the zero-emissions trucks have a range of up to 180 miles, allowing them to complete full round-trips servicing DHL’s retail and automotive customers across the UK.

DHL Supply Chain UK & Ireland CEO Saul Resnick, said: “Today marks an important milestone in our journey towards alternative fuel vehicles. The size and capability of these trucks make them a truly viable alternative to diesel as they fully meet our needs and those of our customers. Following our introduction of the UK’s first 16-tonne rigid electric truck in late 2020, we’re proud to continue to lead the way in electric commercial transport.”

The new trucks share the same controls and safety features with conventional diesel Volvo FM vehicles.