29.04.2021
Artikel Nummer: 36242
Haulier trials electric refrigerated trailer
Gist has started to test the UK’s first fully autonomous, all-electric engineless refrigerated trailer system, the Vector eCool, which was developed by Carrier Transicold and Gray & Adams. The 13.6 m electric trailer is being used for store deliveries of fresh and chilled foods to well-known UK supermarkets.
The new technology uses an under-mounted battery to power the fridge system and, when driving, converts kinetic energy generated by the trailers’ axle to replenish the battery pack and in turn power the refrigeration unit.
This loop creates a fully autonomous system that produces no direct carbon dioxide or particulate emissions. The fridge system is also very quiet, making it suitable for overnight urban deliveries. (ben)