Scania electric trucks road show

Electric trucks – European road show

The electric journey – an optimisation road show

In August 2025, a convoy of six electric trucks set off from Södertälje on a journey spanning more than 20 000 km, making several different stops across Europe. The purpose of the tour was two-fold:

  1. To showcase our ever-growing electric portfolio and to get six different vehicles into the hands of our customers for test drives. 

  2. To start the conversation about the value of battery optimisation – discussing the pros and cons of maximised battery capacity vs. capacity optimised for your real-life routes and operation.

Electric truck range and charging performance

As the electric trucks travelled across Europe, we collected valuable data and learnings about electric transport - including overall route performance, charging behaviour and typical stop durations. Deep dive into these insights and discover what the journey revealed about the future of efficient, electrified heavy-duty transport.

 

Strategic charging was an essential part of efficient electric transport, and with Scania's digital services, we demonstrated how smart route planning and well-timed charging work together to keep operations running smoothly. 

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*This includes both fast and night charging throughout the whole journey.

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FAQ: driving and operating Scania electric trucks

Curious about what it’s like to drive and operate a Scania electric truck? Get to know the drivers perspective and hear their first-hand experiences. From the feel behind the wheel to charging routines, their insights reveal how Scania electric trucks perform on the road and in everyday use.

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It is much quieter and comfortable. It doesn’t make you as exhausted at the end of the day, leaving you with more energy for family and friends.

Yes, of course – it’s a Scania! And it’s still strong.

Yes, definitely more aware – especially in the beginning, when you focus a lot on the state of charge and when you’ll need to recharge.

During the roadshow it’s been hectic, so I haven't used it much as I’d like. It works really well and feels similar to the retarder function. However, with such a tight schedule, it hasn’t been used as much as it would be in everyday driving.

 

*Regenerative braking is a system in electric vehicles that helps slow the vehicle down while converting some of its motion back into energy to recharge the battery. 

Since it’s more integrated with Scania, it works seamlessly – and charging is fast as well.

First, you find a charging station for trucks in the My Scania app. Then you roll up to the station, park the truck, step out, and your Scania Charging Access card. After that, you simply plug in the charging cable. Then it’s time for a cup of coffee or a snack – and maybe a restroom break. A little power nap never hurts either.

North of Spain, South of France, Poland and Germany lead the way, with plenty of chargers and a well-established road network. Especially using Milence makes the charging very smooth. 

It depends on the battery size and weight, but it's usually around 3–4 hours.

We rarely charge it to 100%. Since the batteries are quite large, it usually takes around 1–2 hours, depending on how much we need before the next stop.

Scania’s electric truck batteries are designed to last for several years, depending on usage patterns, charging habits, and environmental conditions. Typically, batteries retain a high percentage of their original capacity for at least 5–8 years or several hundred thousand kilometers. Most fleets plan to use batteries through their warranty period and then evaluate for replacement or second-life applications.

Yes, range can be affected by very cold or hot weather. Expect less range in freezing conditions, especially when running the cabin heater, but the impact is generally manageable and similar to other types of electric vehicles.

I think electric trucks make the most sense in distribution and city operations, especially since they are very quiet. However, long–haulage transportation is also developing quickly, and many charging stations are already being established across Europe within just a few years.

Scania electric trucks are engineered for industry-standard payloads. While the extra battery weight does reduce the net payload by a few hundred kilograms compared to an equivalent diesel vehicle, most drivers find it sufficient for urban and regional distribution. Advances in battery technology are continuing to reduce this gap, and future models will offer even better payload ratios for long-haulage applications.

The electric trucks behind the road show

The road show was powered by a convoy of six electric trucks. Together, they showcased a variety of applications – from distribution and constructions to regional transport – highlighting the versatility of Scania’s electric solutions. 

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