World's first electric road in Sweden
The 2-km strip on the E16 motorway sees electrified trucks from Scania driven in open traffic, using conductive technology developed by Siemens.
By Autocar Professional Bureau
5387 Views
The world´s first electric road was inaugurated near the city of Gävle in central Sweden, the result of a unique partnership demonstrating the path towards fossil-free transportation. Scania will supply the electrically-powered trucks, which will operate under real traffic conditions.
The 2-km strip on the E16 motorway sees electrified trucks from Scania driven in open traffic, using conductive technology developed by Siemens.
Click here to read the full story
RELATED ARTICLES
Video: VinFast Seeks EV Incentives, Scouts Battery Partners; 2-Wheelers, Buses Slated for 2026
Prerna Lidhoo
24 Jan 2026
VinFast's CEO details plans to replicate Vietnam's integrated ecosystem model in India, emphasizing local manufacturing,...
Video: Skoda India Bets on CNG and EVs to Build Multi-Powertrain Portfolio
Prerna Lidhoo
23 Jan 2026
Skoda Auto India's brand director discusses the company's market strategy, focusing on the Kushaq SUV, automatic transmi...
Video: Matter Motorcycles Is Using a Single-Chip Architecture to Rethink EVs
Mukul Yudhveer Singh
22 Jan 2026
Founder and Group CEO Mohal Lalbhai explains how compute consolidation, rider intelligence, and materials innovation are...
