The event offered a first chance
for many to see the latest vehicles, and even get behind the wheel on a short test route
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grabbing much of the attention on the DAF Trucks stand, having been launched the previous week, those looking at future technology were also catered for. DAF showed both its LF Electric and CF Electric truck lines at the show. The LF Electric was shown as a 19-tonne rigid truck, while the CF Electric was offered as a 4x2 tractor. The CF can also be ordered as a 6x2 rigid chassis.
The LF Electric has a 260kW mo-
tor, powered by a lithium iron phos- phate battery developing 282kWh. DAF claims a potential range of 173 miles and potential payload of up to 11,700kg, which should suit most ur- ban delivery applications. The CF Electric trucks have a 350kWh bat- tery, with a single charge offering up to 136 miles. The compact tractor is again intended for local urban deliv- eries, while the 6x2 rigid has been de- signed for refuse truck use as well as urban delivery.
is offered in eight versions, including three body lengths and two heights as a panel van and in various chassis cab layouts.
The company has also introduced its first electric trucks. Renault is of- fering the D Z.E range on two axles, up to 18-tonnes, with 200kWh or 300kWh battery packs. Driving through a 185kW motor, this gives the delivery
trucks a potential range of up to 186 miles. The company has also launched the D Wide Z.E. on three axles. Us- ing the 200kWh battery pack, these 26-tonne trucks are primarily intend- ed for refuse collection, offering a range of up to 75 miles.
DAF Trucks While the giant XG+ tractor unit was
EAV For those last-mile delivery companies looking for a smaller vehicle than the latest electric trucks and vans, Ox- fordshire firm EAV was offering visi- tors the chance to get to grips with its 2Cubed eCargo vehicle. Bridging the gap between a cargo bike and a van, the 2Cubed offers a 2.0m3
load box, that
can be supplied with a single rear door, barn doors or a roller shutter. You also get adjustable height shelving, auto- motive specification real lights, includ- ing indicators and brake lights.
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Above: Getting to grips with 2Cubed eCargo Left, from top: Renault Trucks extends Master Z.E. offer; both Maxus electric vehicles were on show; DAF LF and CF electric lines made an appearance
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