Scotch whisky producer Chivas Brothers has made a significant stride in sustainable transportation by partnering with Volvo Trucks to introduce Scotland’s first on-road all-electric tractor unit.
The Volvo FM Electric 6×2 tractor unit, accompanied by a tri-axle box van trailer, has been specifically selected for transporting Scotland’s largest export, Scotch whisky.
The truck can transport approximately 24 tonnes of whisky per journey, covering a daily distance of 250-300 miles and at least 62,000 miles per year. This pilot program is being managed by McPherson – Chivas Brothers’ long-term haulage partner – and aims to fully explore the capabilities of the electric truck and understand how electrification can benefit heavy trucks in the future.
