Renault Trucks achieves 600 kilometers with the E-Tech T

Renault Trucks is expanding its range with the long-range E-Tech T. According to the French manufacturer, the e-truck can cover 600 kilometers on a single battery charge.

Innovative e-axle technology for maximum performance

This range is made possible by an e-axle that Renault Trucks has introduced as a new component. All elements of the powertrain, including the electric motors and the gearbox, can thus be concentrated at the rear of the vehicle. This creates additional space between the longitudinal beams for more battery packs.

On par with diesel technology

“The introduction of the new Renault Trucks E-Tech T will support the transition to electromobility,” says Emmanuel Duperray, Senior Vice President Electromobility at Renault Trucks. “We believe that a range of 600 kilometers with a single charge, combined with the expansion of public charging infrastructure networks by 2026 – particularly through our joint venture Milence – will enable us to achieve operational parity with diesel technology, which our customers expect.”

Supplement to the Existing Offer

The Renault Trucks E-Tech T, designed for long-distance transport and with extended range, complements the manufacturer's electric portfolio without replacing existing solutions. Renault Trucks continues to offer a wide range of ranges, configurations, and equipment for specific applications. To provide the ideal solution for freight forwarders, Renault Trucks offers simulation tools that allow each electric truck to be configured according to specific requirements.

Electric Trucks are More Expensive than Combustion Vehicles

"We do not want to race for range with a single charge," emphasizes Duperray. "Oversized batteries affect payload, increase total costs, and enlarge the ecological footprint. The fact is also that an electric truck is more expensive than a combustion vehicle. We need to rethink low-CO₂ logistics, including transport patterns, to optimize the use of transport vehicles and reduce costs per kilometer."