Tarmac Launches eHGV Fleet and Charging Network in London
Tarmac, a leading construction materials company, is expanding its commitment to electric vehicles with the launch of an initial fleet of five battery-electric HGVs from Renault Trucks and DAF Trucks. The project will support logistics operations across London and the South East starting early next year.Key TakeawaysTarmac's eHGV rollout includes 250 kW DC chargers at key locations in London, Kent, and Tilbury.The company will receive £200 million from the UK government to fund electric HGVs and charging infrastructure development.Voltempo’s HyperCharger Megawatt system can deliver up to 1 MW of power for ultra-fast recharging at Northfleet.Tarmac's new fleet is part of a broader push by construction firms to reduce carbon emissions. The company will deploy electric HGVs alongside existing...