As part of its policy to reduce CO2 emissions, Scania has developed a new generation of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). These trucks will be mainly assigned to regional long-haul transport activities.
6 on-board batteries
The new Scania generation, which will begin mass production at the end of 2023, consists of rigid or tractor-semi-trailer combinations. In this last configuration, the wheelbase of 4150 mm allows six batteries to be carried, which guarantees a range of 350 km (motorway at 80 km/h). The batteries will thus be able to ensure a day’s work before being fully recharged at night at the depot. Partial recharges are also possible, in particular during the driver’s rest periods. According to the manufacturer’s estimates, a single hour of charging would be enough to travel 270 to 300 km more.
The low availability of charging possibilities in Europe is still a major obstacle for many customers wishing to green their activities. Scania has therefore entered into partnerships with specialist companies in order to design new full-charging solutions in the near future.
Scania know-how mobilized to reduce polluting emissions
Thanks to its electric trucks, Scania is now able to offer a complete low-emission offer capable of meeting the needs of urban distribution and long-distance transport. By acquiring such a vehicle, the customer also benefits from numerous services covering various areas (recharging, financing, insurance, etc.) and maintenance provided by the brand’s teams. Advice will also be given to him in order to optimize the lifespan and the exploitation of his investment.