In 2025, Volvo is launching a new long-range version of its FH Electric truck that will be able to reach up to 600km in one charge.
The new Volvo rig will allow transport companies to operate electric trucks on interregional and long-distance routes and drive a full working day without having to recharge.
President of Volvo Trucks, Roger Alm says the new electric flagship will be a complement to their wide range of electric trucks.
“It will be a great solution for transport companies with a high annual mileage on their trucks and with a strong commitment to reduce CO2,” he says.
The Volvo’s e-axle enables the 600km range, creating more space for a significant amount of more battery capacity onboard.
More efficient batteries, a further improved battery management system and overall efficiency of the powertrain also contribute to the extended range.
Volvo Trucks is a global leader in medium and heavy-duty electric trucks with eight battery-electric models in their portfolio, delivering more than 3,800 electric trucks to customers in 46 countries around the world.
The wide product range makes it possible to electrify city and regional distribution, construction, waste management and soon, long distance transport.
“The transport sector represents seven per cent of global carbon emissions. Battery-electric trucks are important tools to reduce the climate footprint,” Alm says.
“Besides the important environmental gains that electric trucks bring, they offer truck drivers a much better working environment, with much lower levels of noise and vibrations.”
Volvo Trucks are driving the transition towards fossil-free transport to reach its net-zero emissions target by 2040 using a three-path technology strategy.
The three-path technology approach is built on battery electric, fuel cell electric and combustion engines that run on renewable fuels like green hydrogen, biogas or HVO (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil).
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