Saint-Gobain's Electric HGV Push: Real Test or Green PR?
Saint-Gobain's rolling out electric heavy goods vehicles in the UK Midlands — a gritty test of zero-emission trucking amid rising green mandates. But can they deliver twice daily without drama?
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Saint-Gobain's five-year eHGV trial targets 12,000 deliveries and 3,500+ tonnes CO₂ savings via Volvo trucks and Gridserve charging. 𝕏
- Gotham hub's 'back to base' superchargers enable 80% in 90 minutes, supporting two daily cycles. 𝕏
- This tests scalability for UK logistics net-zero, echoing past fuel shifts but hinging on grid and battery endurance. 𝕏
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