Volvo Trucks plans to launch a long-range variant of its FH Electric truck, with a range of up to 600 km (373 miles)—about twice the maximum range of the current-generation FH Electric. (North American VNR Electric models offer a range of up to 275 miles.)
The new model is slated to go on salw in the second half of 2025.
The extended range is mainly enabled by the use of an e-axle in place of the multiple motors and I-Shift gearbox used in the current FH and VNR models, which frees up space for more battery capacity. (Volvo debuted a new e-axle concept at the IAA fair in Germany in 2022.) More efficient batteries and powertrain along with an improved battery management system also allowed Volvo’s designers to squeeze out a little more range.
Volvo Trucks says it has delivered more than 3,800 electric trucks to customers in 46 countries around the world.
“Our new electric flagship will be a great complement to our wide range of electric trucks and enable zero-exhaust emission transport also for longer distances. 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,” said Volvo Trucks President Roger Alm.
Sources: Reuters, Commercial Carrier Journal
