Summary
- DB Schenker added 40 electric trucks from Volvo to its fleet in Germany
- The trucks are 20-ton Volvo FM Electric models with 490 kW power and a range of 300 kilometers
- DB Schenker emphasizes safety and comfort standards of the Volvo FM Electric trucks
- These trucks will be deployed across Germany for urban or regional services
- DB Schenker’s deployment of electric trucks shows its commitment to sustainable logistics and partnership with Volvo Trucks
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DB Schenker, a major logistics service provider, has recently added 40 electric trucks from Volvo to their fleet in Germany. These trucks are 20-ton vehicles that can be used for urban or regional services. The Volvo FM Electric model provides 490 kW of power, allowing for powerful and smooth driving performance even with heavy loads. The trucks have a range of up to 300 kilometers on a single charge and can be charged in 2 1/2 hours on a DC fast charger or in 9 1/2 hours on an AC charger. DB Schenker highlights that the Volvo FM Electric trucks have the highest safety and comfort standards.
These electric trucks are being deployed across Germany this month, marking the first time DB Schenker is introducing electric trucks with trailer capability in the country. This deployment allows diesel vehicles with trailers to be replaced, expanding the application of electric vehicles in the logistics sector. DB Schenker’s Executive Vice President Land Transport at DB Schenker in Europe, Cyrille Bonjean, emphasizes the company’s commitment to sustainable drive systems and strengthening its partnership with Volvo Trucks. The deployment of these 40 electric Volvos will enable DB Schenker to offer low-emission transport solutions to its customers across the country.
Ralf Többe, Head of Land Transport Cluster DE/CH at DB Schenker, expresses the company’s dedication to a sustainable future for logistics in Germany by integrating 40 Volvo FM Electric trucks into their fleet. Többe highlights that by investing in low-emission logistics solutions, sustainability can be achieved on a larger scale today. The move towards electric trucks aligns with DB Schenker’s goal of leading the transition to sustainable drive systems and supporting the cleantech revolution. By incorporating these electric trucks, DB Schenker is showcasing that with commitment and expertise, low-emission transport solutions can be implemented effectively in the logistics industry.
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