DPD Trials Electric Tug as Possible Diesel Alternative

DPD trials electric tug as possible diesel alternative

DPD has completed a successful test of the Terberg YT203-EV electric tug – a fully electric yard tractor.

DPD trials electric Terberg yard tractor

Parcel delivery firm DPD has completed a successful test of the Terberg YT203-EV fully electric yard tractor at its hub in Oldbury. The model on test was fitted with 2 x 78kw batteries as well as comprehensive regenerative braking, and with performance similar to that of a diesel engine, it offers potential for more sustainable shunting as well as a better working environment for drivers. Universal charging means the YT203-EV can be charged at s…

DPD trials electric Terberg tug at UK sorting hub

Parcel delivery firm DPD has completed a successful trial of the Terberg YT203-EV electric tug at its Oldbury sorting hub in the UK. The company runs a fleet of over 50 tugs to perform all trailer movements across its five hubs in Oldbury, Smethwick and Hinckley. The trial was carried out to understand how the electric vehicle could help as part of the move to a more sustainable HGV fleet in the longer term. Continue reading DPD trials electric …

DPD puts electric Terberg through its paces - FleetPoint

Leading premium parcel delivery firm DPD has completed a successful test of the Terberg YT203-EV electric tug. The fully electric yard tractor was put through its paces by a number of DPD drivers at its giant Oldbury hub. DPD run a fleet of over 50 tugs to perform all trailer movements across its five centralised sorting hubs in Oldbury, Smethwick and Hinckley. The company is keen to understand how the electric vehicle could help as part of the …