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United Utilities has added four new Volvo FM Electric 6x2 tractor units into its commercial vehicle fleet. The zero-tailpipe emission trucks, which replace outgoing diesel models, will be powered by electricity from CHP (combined heat and power) generators, which harness gas produced through United Utilities own anaerobic digesters, providing a fully sustainable fuel source. A ‘Cleaner roads for a greener tomorrow’ strapline adorns each new truck, part of a specially designed livery that was created via an internal competition at the business. John Blackmore, Head of Bioresource and Energy Operations at United Utilities, says: “As part of our sustainability and…
Existing Electric Trucks’ Success Prompts New Purchase International freight decarbonisation specialist FSEW has continued its ambitious sustainability journey with the arrival of two more Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor units, adding to a pair of identical vehicles delivered earlier in the year. Supplied by Darren Padfield, Area Sales Manager, Truck and Bus Wales and West, the trucks will contribute significantly to the Cardiff-based company’s clear commitment to decarbonisation, with the business on track to achieve net zero emissions by 2025. Electric Trucks – Reliable and Clean Geoff Tomlinson, Managing Director, FSEW says: “Volvo's electric technology has exceeded our expectations, which…
Alliance Flooring Distribution (ADL) has taken delivery of two more Volvo FM Electric 4x2 trucks in addition to a diesel FH Aero 460 6x2 tractor unit. The new vehicles – supplied by Jamie Stanley, Area Sales Manager, Hartshorne Group – join two identical FM Electrics delivered in early 2024, with all five Volvos now operating from the customer’s recently opened carbon-neutral Worcester distribution centre. This facility features numerous emissions-saving additions including solar panels and a truck wash which uses harvested rainwater, on a site featuring more than 2,000 trees and shrubs. Phil Yates, Managing Director, ADL, says: “Our commitment to…
Electric tractor units are a relatively straightforward replacement for diesel trucks if the distances involved are no more than ten miles per journey. With payloads close to matching a 44 tonne 6x2 diesel, Knowles Logistics three new Volvo FM Electric 42 tonne 4x2 tractor units fit the bill perfectly. They will operate with tri-axle curtainside trailers on a short-shunt operation for longstanding customer and international food and drink group Princes Limited. Solar Power Serving as direct replacements for diesel vehicles, the FM Electrics will run on 100 per cent clean energy – 15 per cent of which is generated via…
If you have the budget, the green aspirations and a duty cycle that involves 160 kilometres a day for a tractor unit, then an electric truck is perfect. This is the case with R Swain and Sons who has put a new Volvo FM Electric 4x2 tractor unit into operation, working exclusively on its contract with CPI Books. The order was placed following a detailed review by the business – part of the wider Swain Group – to identify where electric trucks can be introduced into its fleet, to help customers reduce their C02 emissions and improve the sustainability of…