BMW has become one of the first major automakers to put a range-extender electric heavy truck through its paces in live factory logistics. The vehicle in question was co-developed by logistics giant DHL and Swedish truck manufacturer Scania, unveiled in 2025, and is now operating within BMW's internal supply chain.
How the range-extender concept works
Why factory logistics is the ideal testing ground
The collaboration between DHL and Scania reflects a broader European trend of logistics companies partnering with OEMs to develop purpose-built electric freight solutions. As EU CO₂ targets for heavy trucks tighten toward 2030 and beyond, range-extender architectures may serve as a pragmatic bridge technology before charging infrastructure catches up with the demands of long-haul haulage.
Source: BMW-Werkslogistik erprobt E-Lkw mit Range Extender - Electrive (DE)· Based on source, with AI-assisted rewriting.
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