Scania NZ launches first BEV truck
Rafael Alvarenga
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Scania New Zealand has landed two first-generation 29-tonne battery electric vehicles into the country
Each vehicle is said to deliver a range of up to 250km, making it suitable for short- to medium-haul work. The manufacturing process also allows for optional emission-free operation for both hydraulics and refrigeration units.
"Bringing in these fully electric trucks is not a one-off delivery," says Scania New Zealand managing director Rafael Alvarenga.
"Instead, they represent a genuine factory-led solution to sustainable transport in Aotearoa by Europe’s premier truck manufacturer."
Scania’s global headquarters in Sweden selected New Zealand as one of the first markets outside of Europe to launch the model because of New Zealand’s promotion of and access to renewable energy, the unique application of these vehicles, as well as Scania New Zealand’s position as a market leader.
"Scania’s global aim is to drive the shift towards a sustainable transport solution, creating a world of mobility that’s better for business, society, and the environment. This is also our aim locally in New Zealand," he says.
By 2025, Scania says they have a global goal to achieve a 20% reduction in carbon emissions of its produced vehicles and electric vehicles will account for 10% of the manufacturer’s total sales volumes worldwide, increasing to 50% by 2030.
The battery-electric truck was first launched in Europe, and Rafael anticipates more will be arriving locally in near future. Globally, Scania says they have committed to launching at least one new electric product application every year.
"Scania NZ is as serious in its commitment to building a battery-electric truck fleet in Aotearoa as our customers are. Acquiring an electric truck is not just an investment in the customer’s fleet but also in their brand and market.
An electric truck enables the customer to stay ahead of the competition, learn about infrastructural challenges, and start adapting for the future," says Rafael.
The vehicles are available with the option of either five or nine batteries, totalling 165kWh or 300kWh installed capacity respectively.
With the combustion engine removed, space for batteries has been freed. Additional batteries are mounted on the chassis frame. The new electric motor delivers continuous power of 230kW or approximately 310hp.
The motor has two gears to provide high power over a wider speed span, the company says. The two Scania BEVs are being purchased by Auckland-based Reliance Transport, says Scania NZ.
The transport company will talk more about their experience, when the trucks are cleared for operational duties later in the year, as part of the second stage of Reliance’s Project SWITCH.
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