New generation of trucks
Volvo Trucks have announced their plans to begin a series of production of the electric versions of its heavy-duty trucks: Volvo FH, Volvo FM and Volvo FMX, which are considered to be the companies most important product ranges.
The three models represent ⅔ of the company’s sales which means introducing electrified versions could cause a major difference.
Production of the Volvo FH electric, Volvo FM Electric and Volvo FMX electric started in the Swedish factory on the same line as its conventional trucks to provide maximum flexibility and efficiency in the transition period.
In 2023, Volvo trucks intend to start production of the trio in their Belgium factory where they hope for a new battery pack assembly facility should be ready this quarter.
The company will now offer a total of 6 battery-electric trucks. According to Volvo Trucks this is the broadest electric truck line-up in the industry.
Volvo has also stated that the demand for electric trucks is increasing at a rapid rate. The line-up already attracted orders for more than 2,600 units, this includes roughly 1,000 for the new heavy-duty trucks with a Gross Combination Weight (GCW) of 44 tons.
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