Scania is to supply vehicles for the three Germany e-highway trials that are expected to start next year. The decision was taken on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU), following a public tender process.
Trials will initially commence in Hessen along the A5 Autobahn, where the
The 15 trucks will be equipped with pantograph power collectors, developed by Siemens, mounted on the frame behind the cab for charging while in motion. Haulage companies will operate these trucks in actual transport operations. Delivery of the first hybrid R 450 truck by Scania for Hessen is scheduled for May 2019. In addition to delivering trucks, Scania will manage vehicle maintenance and data collection from the trials.
Scania has previously been selected as
“Unlike passenger cars, which remain parked and stationary most of the day, trucks are deployed for long hours in transport assignments when stopping to charge can be highly disruptive in the operations. E-highways offer rational and effective charging en route. The solution also saves batteries and reduces
A number of studies have stated e-highways are an alternative that will significantly help to reduce CO2 emissions. Electrified road technology is one part of Scania‘s sustainable transport solutions, which is now also being tested on German roads.