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Global transport and logistics firm DSV is to test drive a Volta Zero electric truck as part of the manufacturer’s Driving Experience Programme, which allows hauliers to loan a truck for an extended period to understand how the Volta Zero can integrate with their operations.

The all-electric Volta Zero will be the first zero-tailpipe emission truck on the DSV fleet. The truck will be operating from DSV’s southern hub in Purfleet and will be completing last-mile groupage deliveries in London and the South East. DSV will be operating the truck on routes between the hours of 6am and 7pm, with overnight charging back at their main depot.

DSV is a global logistics firm that operates in over 80 countries and employs more than 75,000 people. Taking part in Volta’s programme is part of the company’s drive to reach net zero emissions across its operations by 2050.

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The Volta Trucks Driving Experience Programme has recently been launched in the UK, France, Germany, Netherlands and Sweden, with the manufacturer promising more markets to follow over the coming months.

Chris Heddle, Volta Trucks UK sales manager, commented: “We are delighted to see the Volta Zero operational on the roads of the UK as part of our Driving Experience Programme, and to see DSV utilising the vehicle for real-world day-to-day deliveries. At Volta Trucks, we are focused on driving towards more sustainable, safer and healthier cities and have a laser focus on accelerating the electrification of the commercial transport sector.”

John Hawksworth, DSV senior director for road operation, added: “We have researched the possibility of facilitating electric vehicles without impacting service levels for some time and Volta Trucks has provided us with the perfect solution. We are delighted to be part of such a significant innovation in the industry and look forward to evaluating the benefits in the coming months.”

DSV joins programme to test drive Volta Zero

Global transport and logistics firm DSV is to test drive a Volta Zero electric truck as part of the manufacturer’s Driving Experience Programme, which allows hauliers to loan a truck for an extended period to understand how the Volta Zero can integrate with their operations.

The all-electric Volta Zero will be the first zero-tailpipe emission truck on the DSV fleet. The truck will be operating from DSV’s southern hub in Purfleet and will be completing last-mile groupage deliveries in London and the South East. DSV will be operating the truck on routes between the hours of 6am and 7pm, with overnight charging back at their main depot.

DSV is a global logistics firm that operates in over 80 countries and employs more than 75,000 people. Taking part in Volta’s programme is part of the company’s drive to reach net zero emissions across its operations by 2050.

The Volta Trucks Driving Experience Programme has recently been launched in the UK, France, Germany, Netherlands and Sweden, with the manufacturer promising more markets to follow over the coming months.

Chris Heddle, Volta Trucks UK sales manager, commented: “We are delighted to see the Volta Zero operational on the roads of the UK as part of our Driving Experience Programme, and to see DSV utilising the vehicle for real-world day-to-day deliveries. At Volta Trucks, we are focused on driving towards more sustainable, safer and healthier cities and have a laser focus on accelerating the electrification of the commercial transport sector.”

John Hawksworth, DSV senior director for road operation, added: “We have researched the possibility of facilitating electric vehicles without impacting service levels for some time and Volta Trucks has provided us with the perfect solution. We are delighted to be part of such a significant innovation in the industry and look forward to evaluating the benefits in the coming months.”

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