Next year, Volvo will launch a new long-range version of its flagship European electric truck, the FH Electric, that will be able to reach up to 600 km (about 372 miles) on one charge. This will allow transport companies to operate electric trucks on interregional and long-distance routes and to drive a full working day without having to recharge.
The new Volvo FH Electric will be released for sale in Europe during the second half of 2025.
“Our new electric flagship will be a great complement to our wide range of electric trucks and enable zero-exhaust emission transport also for the longer distances,” said Roger Alm, president of Volvo Trucks. “It will be a great solution for transport companies with a high annual mileage on their trucks and with a strong commitment to reduce CO2.”
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The enabler for the 600 km range is Volvo’s new driveline technology, the so-called e-axle, which creates space for more battery capacity onboard. More efficient batteries, a further improved battery management system, and the overall efficiency of the powertrain also contribute to the extended range.
“The transport sector represents 7% of global carbon emissions. Battery-electric trucks are important tools to reduce the climate footprint. Besides the important environmental gains that electric trucks bring, they offer truck drivers a much better working environment, with much lower levels of noise and vibrations,” Alm said.
