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Volvo Electric Heavy Trucks — Built in Queensland for Australia

CleanTechnica readers were among the first to be told about the prospect of electric semi-truck trailers to be built at the Volvo plant in Wacol, near Brisbane, Queensland.

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Volvo Group Australia has initiated production of electric heavy trucks at its facility in Wacol, near Brisbane, Queensland. The first units of these electric semi-truck trailers have been completed and rolled off the production line, marking a significant milestone in the company's efforts to transition to electric vehicles. This development is a step towards reducing emissions in the Australian transportation sector, as electric heavy trucks are seen as a cleaner alternative to traditional diesel-powered vehicles.

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