FLEET Center hosts virtual event on commercial vehicle electrification

⚡EVs are redefining how fleets work with brokers As fleets transition to electric, brokers have a real opportunity to add value — offering... 👉 Read more to see how this shift is transforming the fleet landscape: https://lnkd.in/ekWas_yY #FleetNews #FleetManagement #EVTransition #ElectricVehicles #FleetElectrification #Mobility

Really interesting discussion from my L.E.K. Consulting colleagues Ashish Khanna and Will Chamberlain about the status of vehicle electrification in Europe and impact across the value chain from financing to servicing. Dynamics in Europe are a little different with entry of Chinese EVs and real government support on vehicle cost and charging infrastructure but still some insightful lessons for the US. #EVs #auto https://lnkd.in/eq7kfHBY

The highlight of Day 1 at NextTruck 2025, European Management Conference: “Volvo Trucks: Megawatt Charging for Trucks,” a keynote delivered by Benjamin Schiebler, Manager Electromobility at Volvo Trucks, stood out with its clarity, data, and vision for scalable truck charging infrastructure. Here are the top 3 takeaways from the session: 1️⃣ Charging must fit the truck’s range and use case. Each segment has a very different daily reality: from 120 km for refuse trucks to 520 km for long-haul national transport. Understanding this diversity is key to infrastructure planning. The average daily range in km is as follows: Refuse 120 Distribution, city 190 Distribution, regional 300 Distribution, interregional 500 Long-haul national 520 Heavy haulage 190 Construction light 250 Construction heavy 300 2️⃣ Both AC and DC charging have their place. AC charging = overnight depot charging, lower cost, simpler setup: perfect for daily return operations. DC (CCS2 + MCS) = for high-power needs on the road. In short, it’s not either/or, but both/and. 3️⃣ MCS ≠ always megawatts. The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) is a socket standard, not a fixed power level: it scales from depot-level to highway-grade power, and designed specifically for heavy-duty trucks. BONUS INSIGHT? Volvo Trucks is preparing to launch its next-generation electric truck with integrated MCS capability, taking another major step toward electrified long-haul transport. Stay tuned; the event is in full swing!

A clear path towards E-HGVs has now been set — and the next few years must focus on delivering the infrastructure to support and accelerate this transition. To achieve it, we must explore all technologies and ensure they work hand in hand. There is no single solution; success will rely on a coordinated, multi-technology approach that brings the whole sector forward together.

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐕 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐮𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟏𝟐+ 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐢𝐝-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞? That means better asset utilization and lower cost per delivery. It also opens the door to smarter fleet planning: Assign EVs to predictable urban routes where they perform best, and keep diesel for the exceptions. But to do this right, you need to simulate and compare scenarios before making big investments. The teams succeeding in fleet electrification aren’t just buying electric trucks; they’re redesigning operations around EV strengths, using data to guide every decision. In an insightful conversation, our leading expert in EV truck route planning; Michael Hubschneider, shares how logistics companies can electrify smarter. 👉 Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eJFiQNEu #SustainableTransport #EV

⚡️ 🛴 microFleet® CEO Al Reid explains the biggest charging challenge facing the micromobility industry, and how their innovative solutions address it. #scootercharging #electricscooters #micromobility #lightelectricvehicles

WHY WEIGH-IN-MOTION MATTERS Every year, overloaded trucks put enormous strain on public infrastructure. A single heavy vehicle can cause as much damage to road surfaces as thousands of cars. The consequences are steep; premature pavement failure, costly repairs, traffic delays, and serious safety risks. Nortech’s Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) technology provides a smarter solution. Instead of relying on static weigh stations that slow down logistics, WIM sensors are embedded directly into the roadway, capturing axle weights, gross vehicle mass, and traffic data in real time, all without disrupting the flow of traffic. This data empowers road authorities and transport regulators to: ✓ Enforce weight limits fairly: identify and penalise violators automatically, reducing unsafe practices. ✓ Protect public investment: extend road and bridge life by limiting damage from overweight loads. ✓ Support smarter tolling models: implement weight-based tolling to ensure heavy users pay their fair share. ✓ Enhance safety: reduce the risk of accidents caused by brake failures, tire blowouts, or unstable loads. ✓ Plan infrastructure better: use reliable traffic and load data to guide future road design and maintenance. With accurate, continuous measurement at highway speeds, governments can shift from reactive repairs to proactive management, making transport networks safer, fairer, and more sustainable. Connect with us: https://lnkd.in/diRz8-vy

WHY WEIGH-IN-MOTION MATTERS Every year, overloaded trucks put enormous strain on public infrastructure. A single heavy vehicle can cause as much damage to road surfaces as thousands of cars. The consequences are steep; premature pavement failure, costly repairs, traffic delays, and serious safety risks. Nortech’s Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) technology provides a smarter solution. Instead of relying on static weigh stations that slow down logistics, WIM sensors are embedded directly into the roadway, capturing axle weights, gross vehicle mass, and traffic data in real time, all without disrupting the flow of traffic. This data empowers road authorities and transport regulators to: ✓ Enforce weight limits fairly: identify and penalise violators automatically, reducing unsafe practices. ✓ Protect public investment: extend road and bridge life by limiting damage from overweight loads. ✓ Support smarter tolling models: implement weight-based tolling to ensure heavy users pay their fair share. ✓ Enhance safety: reduce the risk of accidents caused by brake failures, tire blowouts, or unstable loads. ✓ Plan infrastructure better: use reliable traffic and load data to guide future road design and maintenance. With accurate, continuous measurement at highway speeds, governments can shift from reactive repairs to proactive management, making transport networks safer, fairer, and more sustainable. Connect with us: https://lnkd.in/dWS844Ui

Racing toward a winning formula Electrification is rapidly transforming the transport sector. Energy systems are being reshaped. Customer behaviours are changing, and with them, competitive dynamics. But success requires more than just switching to electric vehicles – it demands strategic agility, data-driven insights, and operational redesign. In this article, energy and electrification experts Rikard Boije af Gennäs, Rebecka Otter, and Staffan Lindstrom explore the key barriers slowing eTruck adoption and the practical levers that can help overcome them. Time to turn electrification ambitions into actionable strategies? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dguD6nxV #electrification #managementconsulting #implementconsultinggroup

Picture this - an entire fleet on the move, each vehicle knowing exactly where to go, when to charge, and how to get there fastest. No wasted miles. No idle time. No energy drained unnecessarily. That’s what happens when data meets design. Our telematics-backed routing and scheduled charging systems keep operations seamless and sustainable every single day. It’s not just fleet management. It’s efficiency, engineered. #FleetOptimization #SmartEVFleet #BillionEMobility #CleanMobility