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Is solar-powered truck development the future of transport?

Eric Falkgrim is the project manager of Scania’s solar-powered truck development. He explains why this cutting-edge technology holds real promise for the future transport system. Scania’s intensive development of tomorrow’s electrified transport solutions is inspiring many new technological ideas.

What is a solarcontainer?

The Solarcontainer is a photovoltaic power plant that was specially developed as a mobile power generator with collapsible PV modules as a mobile solar system, a grid-independent solution represents. Solar panels lay flat on the ground. This position ensures maximum energy harvest Panels lays flat on the ground.

How many households can a solar Container Supply?

Based on an average power consumption of a 4-person household of 4000 kWh per year and a location in Southern Germany, the solar container can supply approx. 32 households with climate-friendly electricity. At a location in Southern Europe it can even be up to 50 households due to the high solar radiation.

Can you put solar panels on a truck?

The overall task seems simple - putting solar panels on a truck and plugging it in to the electrical system. “But it’s a little bit of a wild and crazy idea because it comes with a lot of new hardware and software systemisation and development, to make it safe to handle the transfer of power, and to handle faults.