The automaker expands its lineup of electrified heavy vehicles and focuses on longer range, faster charging, and greater versatility for long-haul and urban operations.
Volvo Trucks has announced a new phase in its electrification strategy with the launch of more advanced heavy-duty electric trucks, including a model with up to 700 km of range per charge. The move reinforces the manufacturer’s commitment to zero tailpipe emission freight transport and increases the competitiveness of electric trucks on increasingly demanding routes.
The main highlight is the new Volvo FH Aero Electric with extended range, developed for long-haul operations. According to the manufacturer, the model can travel up to 700 km on a single charge, placing it among the most advanced in its segment. This performance is made possible by a new e-axle powertrain technology, which frees up more space to accommodate a larger battery pack.
Another important point is compatibility with the MCS standard, which stands for Megawatt Charging System. With this technology, charging the eight batteries from 20% to 80% can be completed in approximately 50 minutes. In practice, this allows charging to take place within the regulated rest period for drivers in the European Union, improving operational productivity.
The Volvo also unveiled the new generation of electric trucks FH, FM, and FMX, now with improvements in flexibility, driving comfort, and operational efficiency. These models will offer up to 470 km of range and were designed to support a wider variety of heavy transport applications.
According to the brand, the new FH, FM, and FMX Electric feature a completely new powertrain designed to increase versatility across different types of operations. The system allows the truck to power auxiliary equipment such as concrete mixers, waste collection systems, and hydraulic equipment without the need for additional engines or modifications. This is made possible by a power take-off integrated into the transmission, which operates even while the vehicle is in motion.
Charging times have also been optimized for these models. Volvo states that charging from 20% to 80% can be completed in about 65 minutes, making daily use more practical in commercial operations.
Another advancement is in the transmission. All the new electric trucks presented by the manufacturer are equipped with gearboxes specifically developed for electric applications and paired with dual motors. In the FH, FM, and FMX Electric models, the transmission features eight gears, while the FH Aero Electric with extended range uses a six-speed gearbox.
According to Volvo, this setup provides smoother gear shifts, better control in different operating conditions, and also reduces noise and vibration, contributing to a more comfortable driving experience throughout the workday.
With this launch, the Swedish automaker expands one of the largest lineups of heavy-duty electric trucks on the market and aims to accelerate the gradual replacement of diesel models across a growing number of operations. The global rollout of the new trucks will take place gradually starting in 2026.
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