DSV begins trial of all-electric Volta Zero

Global transport and logistics company DSV will be trialling the all-electric Volta Zero from DSV’s southern hub in Purfleet for last-mile groupage deliveries in London and the Southeast.

The truck will be in use on routes between 6 am and 7 pm and then charged overnight at DSV's main depot.

The Volta Zero, by Volta Trucks will be the first zero-tailpipe emission truck on the DSV fleet.

Chris Heddle, UK sales manager at Volta Trucks 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.”

The Driving Experience Programme offers fleet operators the opportunity to be loaned a truck for an extended period, allowing them to understand how the production-specification all-electric medium-duty truck will integrate into their operations.

John Hawksworth, senior director for road operation in the Domestic & Distribution at DSV 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.”