Volvo launches electric heavy-duty

Volvo launches electric heavy-duty truck pilot program in North America

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“Partnership is the new leadership,” Martin Lundstedt, president and CEO of Volvo Group declared Feb. 11, just prior to Volvo parading out five battery electric VNRs as part of its LIGHTS (Low-Impact Green Heavy Transport Solution) project.

The company credited a deep roster of 14 partners, including the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for making the project a success. Volvo LIGHTS was launched in 2018 and the first electric trucks were produced on schedule. They’ll be delivered to several fleets operating in California and serviced by TEC Equipment, which has installed two charging stations. About 250 people were invited to the launch, and Canadian fleets including Purolator, Bison Transport, Loblaw, Challenger, Canadian Tire and Verspeeten Cartage were represented. LIGHTS represents a US$37-million investment from Volvo, which will put another $2 billion into North American research and development per year going forward.

Volvo initially considered importing its European FE and FL elec tric cabover trucks to North America, but instead opted to electrify its recently released VNR regional haul truck. By the end of this year, limited production will begin for a straight truck as well as tractors in 4×2, 6×2 with liftable axle, and 6×4 configurations rated at a 66,000-lb gross combination weight (GCW).

The heart of the driveline is a two-speed transmission, with dual electric motors to provide propulsion energy. Batteries are packaged on both sides of the chassis for easy access. The truck still has a radiator to provide battery heating and cooling.

Volvo VNR electric truck.

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The VNR Electric has no tailpipe, and produces no emissions. During its operating life, it will produce 40-60% less CO2 than a diesel-fueled truck. The cab inter ior is six decibels quieter than a diesel truck. The electric truck will first target local distribution, regional haul and construction segments. The first electric trucks are anticipated to put in 75 to 100 miles a day.

Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America, praised the LIGHTS project as a successful public-private part nership, which is helping advance the adoption of cl ean electric commercial vehicles.

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