LTS Global Solutions deploys first electric truck from Warwickshire hub
The fleet of logistics firm LTS Global Solutions has gained its first electric truck.
Working within a 50-mile radius of the company’s 130,000 sq. ft site in Coleshill, Warwickshire, the Volvo FM Electric truck will be used primarily for collections and deliveries on behalf of LTS’ retail, automotive and construction customers across the West Midlands.
Following a three-week trial, the vehicle was purchased from Birmingham-based commercial vehicle distributor Hartshorne Group along with a full repair and maintenance contract.
It has an operational range of 280 kilometres and six-battery energy storage capacity, taking between 8 to 10 hours to charge with a 46-amp charger.
Dave Hands, MD of LTS, said: “Making positive contributions to reducing our emissions is something that is continually top of mind at LTS Global Solutions and an ethos which we look to apply to every aspect of our operation.
“Adding a Volvo FM Electric truck to our fleet with the help of Hartshorne Group is the latest step on our sustainability journey.
“While the 280km range of the vehicle has its limitations in terms of its long-haul capabilities, it will still prove ideal for collection and delivery within the region where it will be applied.
“We’re very much looking forward to seeing it in action out on the road.”
LTS has also partnered with carbon reduction and net zero specialists Planet Mark to work towards achieving Planet Mark Business Certification.
This will see them making annual carbon reductions of at least 2.5 per cent, with an ideal target of 5 per cent.
