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The new generation of heavy-duty electric trucks from Volvo Trucks has won the International Truck of the Year 2027 award, highlighting a range of up to 700 kilometers and support for megawatt charging. The recognition comes as serial production begins and the company expands its targeting of electric trucks for regional and heavy-duty transport.
The ZET SCALE Alliance announced that its members have committed to purchasing 2,500 Class 8 electric trucks, most of which will be supplied by Tesla, alongside Kenworth, Volvo, and RIDE. The initiative aims to reduce the risks of transitioning to zero-emission transportation by combining demand, financing, and charging in a single model.