Electromobility and off highway electrification

Our system offers OEMs a variety of flexible installation options with configurable software and components, including battery packs, electric motors, junction boxes, and power electronics from our portfolio. Volvo Penta also provides custom-designed harnesses tailored to each vehicle.

The range of electric vehicles varies depending on the application and nature of use – for example, the amount of installed energy on the vehicle, and the environmental conditions in which the vehicle will operate. For instance, a terminal tractor's operation range might vary from 4 hours to 10 hours depending on the energy on board, carried loads, climbed ramps, drivetrain efficiency, and other factors such as operating temperatures, climate pre-conditioning of the vehicle before work starts, and auxiliary usage.

Between 20-30% charge.

At the moment, yes. An energy demand that is too high to fulfil the standard duty cycle makes certain applications not economically feasible for electrification. As an example, some industrial applications are operational 24/7, which means there are not enough opportunities to recharge.

Safety is a core value for Volvo Group and Volvo Penta. It plays a crucial role in the development of our power solutions. Leveraging the extensive experience from Volvo Group in hybrid and electric vehicles, particularly from Volvo Buses and Volvo Trucks, we incorporate these learnings to enhance our system designs. Our approach with system suppliers allows us to integrate robust safety features across all segments.

Not at the moment. We are currently investigating how we best can support customers with charging solutions. Strong partnerships and co-operations in this area will be key for the future.

Volvo Penta has developed specific simulation models for electric motors, electric drivelines and battery units. These models help us to replace diesel engines with an electric driveline system in the most efficient way to increase the productivity of vehicles in different industrial applications.