Volvo unveils updated electric trucks for zero-emission transports

Gothenburg, Sweden- Volvo Trucks., has unveiled its upgraded electric medium-duty trucks, the Volvo FL and FE, designed specifically for urban environments. With an impressive 450 km electric range, a 50% reduction in charging time, and enhanced safety features, these trucks cater to the growing need for zero-emission city transport. As cities implement clean zones and companies prioritize sustainability, Volvo's electric trucks align perfectly with these goals, offering a solution that meets all requirements for efficient and eco-friendly urban logistics.

For the majority of urban construction, waste disposal, and distribution applications, the Volvo FL and FE are perfect. Since 2019, the electric models have been available for purchase in a number of locations around Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

With the battery-electric medium duty trucks, the AC charging capacity has nearly doubled to 43 kW, resulting in a 50% reduction in battery charging time. Additionally, they provide newly upgraded battery packs with a total range of up to 450 kilometers on a single charge.

Ms. Jessica Sandström, Head of Product Management at Volvo Trucks, said that, With the best selection of electric trucks on the market, Volvo Trucks is always working to make them even better so that more companies can transition to using only zero-emission vehicles for everyday operations. The updated Volvo FL- and FE-models provide a multitude of uses for their clients, making them the perfect working tools for companies that prioritize sustainability.

Safety is key in the Volvo FL- and FE trucks which typically shares limited space with cars, cyclists, kick-bikers and pedestrians in the busy city. A range of new features will increase safety both for the driver and for other road users and these safety upgrades means that the Volvo FL and FE models exceed the General Safety Regulations coming into effect in 2024.

The new FL- and FE models also come with a new appealing design with a revamped front end, distinct LED headlights and a boosted iron mark as well as the Volvo wordmark in the front.

Further, all powertrain variants on the Volvo FL and FE, including electric, gas and diesel, have been fitted with a number of new features, making them even better equipped for modern businesses in the city.

Some of the Volvo FL- and FE feature updates summarized:

· The exterior mirrors have been made slimmer so that the driver gets a better direct vision on the surroundings

· The interior has new LED lights and a lockable interior storage space that will improve the working environment

· Volvo FL and FE can be equipped with a 360˚ bird eye view camera solution and/or a side view camera

· The new key fob is packed with new user-friendly functions

· The electric version has a new electric power take off interface which allows body building without an electric-mechanical motor, simplifying body building and saving weight

· Safety system additions include Vulnerable Road User Detection, Side Collision Avoidance Support and Driver Alert Support.