London, UK: Hireco has a new electric chiller van that suits quick turnaround deliveries.
The van has a 120 mile range and suits fresh and frozen food, pharmaceuticals, microbreweries and bakery products. Hireco reports “strong interest” to the van.
“Our customers know they have a responsibility to reduce their carbon footprint and that means embracing the use of electric vehicles,” says Pete Smith, group sales director, Hireco.
The van is based on the LDV EV80 model and is fully charged within 1.5 hours with a 40kW DC charger. The van has a one tonne payload with 6.3 cubic metres.
Hireco says it is encouraging take-up of the new van with attractive rental and finance packages. Smith said: “Our customer focus is to not just to provide our customers with vehicles but to provide give them with a new electric solution which comes with its own charging package.”
Hireco can reassure transport operators who might also be concerned about breakdowns given the maximum range, Smith said. Serviceco, Hireco’s dedicated maintenance division, is able to manage the complete process, working direct with LDV Assist and LDV Motor Rescue, he said.
“Customer feedback is that the new chiller van will give operators a new versatile addition to their fleet in time for the build up to Christmas and beyond,” Smith said.
