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QUANTRON Launches New Fuel Cell Van as Part of Its Hydrogen Offensive Vehicles fuelled with green hydrogen protect the environment, are quiet on the road and have a long range, ideal for sustainable companies that want to rely on emission-free goods transport for the long haul. In addition to fully electric commercial vehicles, Quantron AG also offers mobility solutions with hydrogen fuel cell systems. Their latest product in this segment is the Q-Light FCEV van. At NUFAM, the leading trade fair for the commercial vehicle industry, QUANTRON presented the Q-Light to a trade audience for the first time. As a hydrogen fuel cell transporter in the 3.5 to 4.2 tonne range, it is unique in Europe. The vehicle is offered in cooperation with QUANTRON partner and fuel cell expert AE Driven Solutions. It is based on a reliable and proven powertrain technology that is already in use in over 400 vehicles throughout Europe. All components of the Q-Light FCEV comply with European safety standards.
The payload of the Q-Light FCEV is analogous to that of a comparable diesel vehicle. The refuelling time can also be compared to that of a diesel vehicle. The Q-Light FCEV can be driven flexibly in electric or fuel cell mode. The battery capacity is 37 kWh and, like the 15 kW fuel cell used, has a long service life. The waste heat from the fuel cell can also be used to heat the interior, for example, so that additional electricity can be saved. Thanks to its wide range of superstructures, the Q-Light FCEV can be used flexibly in different areas of application, for example in the logistics industry or as a delivery vehicle. Thanks to its quiet and emission-free drive, the transporter can also be used during the day and at night.
Depending on requirements, the vehicle can be equipped with up to four hydrogen tanks and thus achieve a range of up to 500 km. In the future, the power of the fuel cell will also be scalable, so that the vehicle can be offered in different versions, such as a 7.2 t variant.
MAXUS Marks Biggest Fleet Deal to Date Fleet Management company VMS has purchased 1,000 commercial vehicles from MAXUS, one of the UK’s fastest-growing light commercial vehicle brands. The sale is deemed one of the biggest deals struck by the commercial vehicle brand in the UK to date. EV with strong range, or a trusty diesel for longer journeys. We have also converted some of the MAXUS vehicles into temperaturecontrolled vans so our customers in pharmaceuticals and within the food sector have additional support where required.”
Significantly, 60 per cent of all MAXUS vehicles purchased by VMS Fleet Management are from MAXUS’ EV range with 500 e DELIVER 3s and 150 e DELIVER 9s joining the VMS fleet since September 2020. Mark Barrett, General Manager of Harris MAXUS, commented: “The deal with VMS Fleet Management is an important one for MAXUS and comes at an exciting time for the brand as our sales hit an all-time high. “At MAXUS we take pride in going the extra mile, be it through our customer service or our range and model choice. We also take the time to get to know our customers and their needs. Many companies across the UK are considering making the switch to EVs right now. But some businesses do not yet have the infrastructure needed for a fleet of EVs, VMS is aware of this too and it is why it chose to purchase a fleet of MAXUS DELIVER 9s as well as our electric range.
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“If your fleet is due an upgrade, our experts can help assess if now is the right time for you to make the switch to EV, we will help you make the transition and advise on what infrastructure you need or help you choose the right mix of engines for your business.” Martin James, Managing Director, VMS Fleet Management, commented: “This MAXUS deal is a significant investment for VMS but one that we know will stand the test of time. We were hugely
impressed by the range, reliability and versatility of MAXUS vans, especially with the EV range as we’re currently expanding our electric fleet and we recognise the huge emphasis that the team place on customer service. “Price, or more importantly, value for money, was obviously key and MAXUS is incredibly competitive. We are delighted to be able to offer our customers a variety of MAXUS vehicles, whether they’re looking for an
VMS is one of the UK’s leading commercial vehicle and fleet management solutions providers, offering contract hire, accident management, refrigeration services, vehicle hire and a variety of support services nationwide. The company confirmed that the bulk of its new MAXUS fleet will be leased to customers in the construction and supermarket sectors. The purchase on 1000 MAXUS vans by VMS Fleet Management is just one of a number of significant deals for MAXUS over the past 12 months and follows the recent purchase of 750 fullyelectric commercial vehicles by DPD, which was made up of 500 MAXUS e DELIVER 9s and 250 MAXUS e DELIVER 3s.
