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electric vehicle

Electric vehicles (EV) are powered by batteries or fuel cells rather than internal combustion engines.

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Last updated: 13 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_vehicle

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Electric vehicles (EV) are powered by batteries or fuel cells rather than internal combustion engines. In logistics and freight operations, their relevance is growing as they produce zero local emissions and enhance urban air quality. For urban distribution and last-mile delivery, freight operators increasingly deploy electric trucks to meet fleet sustainability targets and comply with regulatory requirements (such as low-emission zones); over time, total cost per shipment typically decreases.

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