Voltatrucks builds the Volta Zero, a purpose‑built 16‑tonne electric truck for urban delivery fleets. The vehicle offers up to 280 km range, zero tailpipe emissions, low noise and a re‑engineered cabin that improves driver accessibility, safety and maneuverability, helping logistics operators meet city sustainability and safety regulations.
Funding
$61.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Urban delivery fleets rely on heavy diesel trucks that produce tailpipe emissions, generate high noise levels, and present safety challenges in congested city streets. Municipal regulations and customer expectations are increasingly demanding zero‑emission, quieter, and safer vehicles for last‑mile logistics.
Solution
Voltatrucks offers the Volta Zero, a purpose‑built 16‑tonne electric truck designed specifically for urban distribution. By eliminating the internal combustion engine, the vehicle provides zero tailpipe emissions, reduced noise, and a re‑engineered cabin layout that enhances driver accessibility and safety. The truck delivers up to 280 km of range on a single charge, with battery options from 150 kWh to 225 kWh to match varying route requirements. Its electric propulsion enables precise braking and maneuverability, earning high satisfaction scores in live customer trials across Europe. The platform supports fleet operators in transitioning to fully electric delivery vehicles while meeting city sustainability and safety standards.
Target Audience
Primary customers are urban logistics companies, municipal delivery fleets, and third‑party logistics providers seeking zero‑emission, high‑capacity trucks for city‑center distribution.
Features
- Fully electric powertrain with up to 225 kWh usable battery capacity delivering up to 280 km range
- 16‑tonne purpose‑built chassis‑cab optimized for urban maneuverability and driver accessibility
- Maximum speed of 90 km/h with instant torque for smooth acceleration in city traffic
- Integrated safety design leveraging the absence of a combustion engine for improved cabin space and crash protection
- Low noise operation and zero tailpipe emissions to comply with urban environmental regulations
- Real‑world performance validated by European customer trials with average overall rating of 4.0/5