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Three fire trucks with Volvo Penta electric drivelines heading to Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai to begin customer testing

Green Car Congress

The truck was officially launched at an event in Austria. A two-speed gearbox ensures that the full torque is available even when starting off on hills, and that there is enough traction for steep gradients. The RTs will now be sent to fire departments in Berlin, Amsterdam and Dubai to begin real-world customer testing.

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