Electric trucks in reality

Econ Engineering has launched a versatile new Volvo FE Electric gritter which can be operated year-round, thanks to a range of demountable body options which allow it to seamlessly switch between fleet roles, all whilst ensuring zero-tailpipe emissions.

Family-owned Fox Group is championing the transition from diesel to battery electric heavy trucks, with two new Volvo FE Electric tippers – the first of their kind to be delivered anywhere in the UK.

Stourbridge-based Pegasus Skip Hire has added a new Volvo FE Electric to its fleet – the first electric skiploader Volvo Trucks has delivered into operation in the UK.

Chivas Brothers, one of Scotland’s leading Scotch whisky producers and makers of Chivas Regal and The Glenlivet, has taken delivery of Scotland’s first on-road allelectric tractor unit – a Volvo FM Electric.

Powered access specialist Nationwide Platforms has taken delivery of two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units in what is believed to be a first for the UK’s powered access sector.

Volvo Trucks has supplied Tesco with a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit to support the customer’s commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2035.

Established in 1932, Knowles Logistics has grown to be one of the most respected logistics providers in the UK.

Cheshire-based Boughey Distribution is accelerating its transition from diesel heavy trucks by adopting a new Volvo FE Electric – the company’s first-ever electric vehicle.

Founded in 2009, the Hawkins Group operates out of four sites in Rugeley, Fradley and Glasgow, boasting more than 50 years of experience in road haulage and warehousing.

Biffa, the UK’s leading sustainable waste management company, has put its first electric skiploader into service, with a new Volvo FE Electric 18-tonne 4x2 bringing zero tailpipe emission operation to the Isle of Wight.

Recycling and waste management business Powerday boasts more than 40 years’ experience in the industry, offering its services to a wide customer base across London and the south east.

Bury St. Edmunds-based malt firm Boortmalt has welcomed a new 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor unit into its busy fleet via the company’s logistics partner, Bartrums.

Halifax-based Hanson Plywood has put its first zero-tailpipe emission truck into operation, having taken delivery of a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit.

Lenham Storage has put its first zero-tailpipe emission trucks into operation, having taken delivery of two new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units.

Warehousing and distribution services provider Sparks Transport has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit after a successful period trialling its local Volvo dealer’s electric demonstrator.

Blackpool-based Fox Group is taking delivery of four new zero-tailpipe emission Volvo trucks – three Volvo FMX Electric 8x4 Tridem tippers, to be followed shortly by an FH Electric 6x2 tractor unit – to service a low carbon asphalt plant being constructed at its site in Leyland.

R Swain and Sons has put a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit into operation, working exclusively on its contract with CPI Books.

Family-run Fred Sherwood Transport has taken delivery of two 44-tonne Volvo FH Electric 6x2 tractor units to improve the sustainability of its operations and help its customers reduce their environmental impact.

Joseph Parr (Alco) has taken delivery of a Volvo FM Electric 6x2 rigid, believed to be the first zero-tailpipe heavy-duty truck working for a builders’ merchant in the UK.

Ringway Hounslow Highways has taken delivery of the UK highways sector’s first 26-tonne Volvo FE Electric 6x2 rigid featuring a tipper grab body and low entry cab, ensuring the vehicle is fully compliant with London’s five-star Direct Vision Standard (DVS) requirements.