Renault Trucks has presented an interactive town that illustrates what the increasing electrification of transport will offer in the urban space.
Called The Good City, the online platform immerses users in an urban ecosystem where all transport operations are carried out using 100% electric vehicles.
Through video reports filmed at professional sites, it provides a “tangible illustration of electric mobility in daily operations and how it meets the needs of transport operators”, the manufacturer said.
Beyond demonstrating the operational reality of electro-mobility, the real-world experiences offer a glimpse into the city of the future, where the adoption of battery-electric technology will be widespread, and promoting a “better coexistence between vehicles and city dwellers”, it said.
Industrial segments shown in the model include urban construction, regional distribution, waste collection, trade & craftsmanship, road maintenance & green spaces, and urban logistics.
Use cases outlined for each segment come in the form of video reports on how Renault Trucks electric vehicles are integrated into the daily operations of transporters, artisans, and local authorities, whether heavy-duty trucks from 16 to 50 tonnes, light commercial vehicles or cargo bikes.
New use cases will be added regularly to enrich the platform. Noise reduction, improved air quality, easier access to city centres, better working conditions for drivers, and enhanced quality of life for residents: the benefits of electro-mobility extend beyond the transport sector alone.
By linking these different aspects, The Good City “envisions an environment where living and working conditions are greatly improved – a calmer, more sustainable city: a desirable and tangible future made possible through electric mobility”, Renault Trucks concluded.
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