Volvo’s New Electric Truck Promises 600 km Range and 40-Minute Charging

In a bold stride towards sustainable freight solutions, Volvo Trucks has unveiled its most advanced innovation to date: the Volvo FH Aero Electric. Engineered for long-distance haulage, this cutting-edge electric commercial truck offers a compelling blend of extended range—up to 600 kilometers—and lightning-fast charging. The result? A powerful, zero-emission workhorse ready to transform the landscape of global logistics.

Redefining Long-Haul Electrification

Long-distance transport has long stood as a formidable frontier in the electrification of heavy vehicles. Challenges around battery capacity, infrastructure, and payload performance have held progress at bay. Until now.

The FH Aero Electric—Volvo’s newest flagship—breaks through these barriers. Designed specifically for the demands of extended highway travel, the truck features a revolutionary e-axle driveline, freeing up chassis space for a staggering 780 kWh of installed battery capacity across eight onboard batteries. This design doesn't just support range—it redefines what’s possible in high-efficiency electric mobility.

Superfast Charging: 20% to 80% in Just 40 Minutes

One of the most compelling features of this electric Volvo truck lies in its charging efficiency. Thanks to compatibility with the Megawatt Charging System (MCS)—a next-generation standard—the FH Aero Electric can be charged from 20% to 80% in approximately 40 minutes.

To put this into perspective: that’s the same duration as a mandated rest period for EU truck drivers. Meaning? No lost time. No operational delays. Just clean energy and uninterrupted progress.

Diesel-Like Payload, Electric Advantage

High performance doesn’t end with speed and stamina. Despite being an electric truck, the FH Aero Electric has a gross vehicle weight of 48 tonnes—comparable to conventional diesel models. The 6x2 axle configuration allows not only for increased battery integration but also optimal weight distribution, particularly when hauling heavy trailers.

A Comprehensive Electric Ecosystem

But Volvo isn’t just building trucks—it’s building trust. With more than five years of experience in electric mobility and over 5,000 electric trucks already operating in 50 countries, Volvo Trucks provides a full-service ecosystem: route planning consultations, smart charging solutions—both on the road and at depots—and ongoing vehicle performance tracking.

Volvo Trucks Long-Term Vision

Volvo’s roadmap to a net-zero emissions future by 2040 is underpinned by a tri-fold strategy: battery electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, and combustion engines powered by renewable fuels like green hydrogen, biodiesel, and HVO. This multi-path approach ensures flexibility and resilience in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Conclusion: Driving the Future, Responsibly

With the FH Aero Electric, Volvo Trucks delivers a vision with a unique blend of range, charging speed, and load capacity, it’s the ideal solution for companies seeking a sustainable and efficient commercial trucks alternative. As the transportation industry gears up for a greener future, electric Volvo trucks like the FH Aero Electric will undoubtedly lead the charge.

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