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Fuso’s electric truck could soon do duty in city deliveries
Fuso takes the lead with new brand as it charges ahead with its electrification plans
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), part of Daimler Trucks, has strengthened its commitment towards alternative drivetrains. At the Tokyo Motor Show, Fuso announced it would electrify its complete range of trucks and buses in upcoming years. It also unveiled E-Fuso as the first manufacturer to launch a product brand exclusively dedicated to electric mobility of trucks and buses. As further proof of the company’s strategic move, it celebrated the world-premiere of its all-electric heavy-duty truck concept with a claimed range of up to 350km. The E-Fuso Vision One marks the top end of the electrification path of the company’s portfolio. This initiative will be backed by access to Daimler know-how in the fields of battery and charging technology. Marc Llistosella, president and CEO of MFTBC and head of Daimler Trucks Asia, said: "Our E-Fuso Vision One is an outlook on a feasible all-electric heavy-duty truck. It underlines our commitment to electrify our complete product...
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