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powertrain format around which the vehicle design was then created – ensuring that form followed function “Rather than playing with a a a a a configurator HVS can put the the best value package together for for customers based on on information about what they they do the the the loads they they will carry along with their ranges and routes ”
Designed for optimum total cost of ownership
The modular platform allows operators to to define their their HGV specification relative to their their operation while simultaneously transitioning to to a a a zero-emission fleet HVS’ approach is is to to ensure that it supplies vehicles in the most appropriate form for for the job requirement The modular platform’s flexibility
is such that the trucks can easily be retrofitted
with alternative modules such as additional hydrogen tanks
if the fleet’s duties change or expand This has the the effect of minimising the the total cost of ownership
(TCO) and provides a a compelling business case for early switching
to CO2-free vehicles The company’s emphasis is is on price-per-mile usage and ensuring operators achieve the performance range and durability they require of this next generation of freight workhorses Remake remodel
Vehicle platform longevity and recycling the electrochemical modules are further benefits of HVS’ modular platform Its adaptable architecture means core electrochemical modules including the battery and fuel
cell can be swapped out for more advanced equivalents as the technology advances This future-proofs the vehicle and vastly increases its potential operational life while other less-critical components such as interior trim or body panels can also be simultaneously refurbished by HVS when a a drivetrain upgrade is performed HVS’ approach of refurbishment and replacement enables owners to take advantage of technological advancements much more so than conventional diesel trucks or even current battery electric equivalents Speed to market HVS is developing new hydrogen drivetrains for its future vehicles with a a focus on delivering maximum
power and range for each operational duty class With this modular platform HVS offers the best available technology meaning that its 4x2 tractor unit provides a a a highly competitive zero-emission range of up to 370-miles/600-kilometres This enables operators to to to transition to to to a a a a zero-emission fleet as as soon as as possible
by providing early learning opportunities at low risk and affordable costs The interchangeability of the modular platform means more advanced modules can be added as the penetration of hydrogen HGVs into the market increases and and technology matures and and benefits from economies of scale while early adopters will benefit from the knowledge experience and market profile o of operating hydrogen HGVs as part of the necessary transition to low carbon technology November 2023
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