Volvo will release a brand-new electric truck in 2026

Volvo will release a brand-new electric truck in 2026: with a range of 370 Miles and a fast charge of 40 minutes, it has ushered in a new era of electrification for long-distance heavy-duty trucks.

Against the backdrop of the global vigorous promotion of carbon neutrality, the electrification transformation of the commercial vehicle sector has become a crucial link. As a leader in the commercial vehicle industry, Volvo Trucks once again demonstrates its innovative strength by launching a brand-new all-electric heavy-duty flagship truck - Volvo FH Aero Electric. With breakthrough technical parameters and forward-looking design, it provides a practical solution to the electrification problem of long-distance heavy-duty trucks. It marks that zero-emission long-distance transportation has entered a substantive development stage.

1. Dual breakthroughs in battery life and fast charging have addressed the core pain points of the industry

This electric truck, which is scheduled to be officially launched and start accepting orders in the second quarter of 2026, precisely focuses on the core demands of long-distance transportation scenarios. Data shows that long-distance road transportation accounts for a significant proportion of carbon dioxide emissions from trucks, while the electrification transition has long been constrained by range and energy replenishment efficiency. Volvo FH Aero Electric, with a pure electric range of 370 miles and a 40-minute fast charging technology (charging from 20% to 80% of the battery), has overcome the dual problems of "range anxiety" and "efficiency bottleneck" in the industry at one go

The megawatt-level charging system (MCS) standard it is equipped with has significantly improved the charging efficiency. It is worth mentioning that this charging duration fully complies with the EU regulations on the rest time of truck drivers, achieving a perfect balance between compliant operation and operational efficiency. This enables pure electric heavy-duty trucks to have the same daily transportation range as traditional fuel vehicles, truly making zero-emission long-distance transportation commercially feasible.

2. High-load design, balancing load-bearing capacity and energy reserve

In terms of load-bearing performance, the Volvo FH Aero Electric, through the innovative design of adding additional supporting load-bearing Bridges, enables the total vehicle weight to reach 48 tons. The effective load is on par with that of traditional diesel trucks, fully meeting the transportation requirements of heavy goods. This design not only ensures transportation efficiency but also achieves an optimized balance between battery capacity and the overall vehicle weight - the vehicle can be equipped with 8 sets of batteries, with a total capacity of up to 780 kilowatt-hours, providing a solid energy foundation for ultra-long driving range.

Meanwhile, to meet the operational scenario requirements of different customers, Volvo Trucks simultaneously offers the FH standard cab version option, demonstrating its in-depth insight and flexible response to the diverse market demands.