Electric refrigerated truck: sustainable fresh and frozen food transport

Transporting perishable goods requires the highest standards of reliability, performance and compliance. At the same time, urban centres are tightening regulations and public opinion increasingly demands low-emission, sustainable logistics. The electric refrigerated truck from Renault Trucks brings together these priorities, ensuring that fresh and frozen food reaches its destination on time, in perfect condition, and without environmental compromise. 

Refrigerated transport has always been a demanding segment of the logistics industry. Maintaining cold chain integrity means working with strict temperature control, reliable insulation, and constant power supply. With Renault Trucks E-Tech refrigerated solutions, operators can meet these requirements while also reducing their carbon footprint.

• Lower CO₂ emissions: Electric power is highly efficient at cutting air and noise pollution, helping fleets comply with Low Emission Zones (LEZ) and Clean Air Zones across the UK and Europe.
• Silent operation: Deliveries can be made in residential or city-centre areas at night or early in the morning, without disturbing communities.
• Guaranteed freshness: Powered by advanced lithium-ion batteries, the vehicle and its refrigeration unit ensure stable temperatures throughout the journey.

Sustainability and regulatory compliance

Electromobility is no longer optional in urban logistics. Many UK cities, including London, Birmingham and Manchester, have already introduced LEZ or ULEZ regulations, and all urban applications must now be fossil-free (effective from 2025).

An electric refrigerated truck allows operators to maintain business continuity while meeting strict environmental standards. By choosing our E-Tech range, you demonstrate a proactive commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting urban air quality.

Cost control and efficiency

In terms of cost, it is predicted that running an electric commercial vehicle in 2030 will be less expensive for a haulier than diesel.

Although the initial purchase price of an electric truck may be higher than a diesel model, total cost of ownership (TCO) is often lower. With fewer moving parts, no need for oil changes and reduced wear and tear, maintenance costs drop by up to 30%. Energy consumption is also more predictable, and charging electric batteries is less expensive per kilometre than fuelling with diesel.

Comfort and safety for drivers

Refrigerated transport often requires long working hours and frequent stops. Renault Trucks E-Tech trucks are designed for driver comfort: silent cabs, reduced vibrations, smooth automatic transmission and instant torque for safe manoeuvring in tight city streets. This translates into less fatigue and improved overall safety. 

Keeping food fresh means trucks cannot afford downtime. Renault Trucks supports your operations with charging infrastructure tailored to your needs:

• Standard overnight charging: AC wallbox charging at the depot or workshop, ideal for longer stops and full recharge cycles.
• Fast charging on the route: DC quick chargers placed at strategic locations for short, partial boosts, perfect during scheduled breaks.

With our network of trusted partners across Europe, Renault Trucks helps design, install and maintain charging infrastructures that ensure your refrigerated fleet remains fully operational at all times.

Electromobility is not just about vehicles, it is about a complete ecosystem. Renault Trucks Financial Services offers flexible and transparent financing solutions:

• All-in-one packages covering truck, refrigerated body, charging infrastructure, insurance and service contracts in a single monthly payment.
• Government incentives and subsidies management to reduce upfront investment.
• Long-term service contracts including preventive maintenance, repairs, 24/7 assistance and guaranteed battery performance.

This complete support enables operators to switch to electric refrigerated trucks with confidence, controlling costs and eliminating surprises.

Renault Trucks has designed a full range of dedicated services to enhance your autonomy and everyday efficiency when operating electric refrigerated trucks. Every vehicle benefit from eight years of native connectivity, giving you access to advanced digital tools:

• Optifleet MISSION, supporting you in managing energy use and maintaining reliable range for your deliveries.
• Optifleet CHECK, helping you monitor battery performance and lower CO₂ emissions.
• Optifleet MAP, enabling smooth daily operations and optimal route planning
• Driver App, keeping you informed about your battery level and alerting you in case of interrupted charging.
• SYGIC+, providing navigation tailored to heavy-duty electric trucks.

You can also choose Optifleet CHARGE as an optional service to plan and monitor charging sessions efficiently, ensuring your refrigerated truck is ready for its next journey.

For complete peace of mind, the Serenity pack – Renault Trucks’ all-inclusive contract for electric vehicles – simplifies your transition to e-mobility. It covers wear, repair and maintenance for the entire vehicle, includes remote software updates, continuous monitoring of key components, and dedicated towing assistance with two free tows in case of energy depletion. Customers also receive data insights, monthly reports, and one year of personalised support from a Renault Trucks e-mobility expert.

Battery performance is guaranteed throughout the contract period, ensuring a minimum usable energy level.

Please note: these connected services and the Serenity pack apply exclusively to Medium and Heavy Duty vehicles, and are not available for Light Commercial Vehicles.

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On Light Commercial Vehicle the battery warranty is 8 years/160.000 km as standard. The Renault Trucks E-Tech Master includes Googles Maps, a real-time navigation, calculating precise itinerary and range level at destination, indicating of charging points and timing. Monitor remote vehicle charging status, cab temperature and get alerts of charging status within the Red EDITION App. Towing for Electric LCV is an option that includes: unlimited number of tows for breakdown + two free tows in the event of battery discharge unrelated to product defect (within the 2 first years of the contract).

By choosing Renault Trucks, you partner with an industry leader in decarbonisation and electromobility. Our experts accompany you through every stage of your transition: analysing your routes, simulating your energy needs, defining the optimal vehicle and charging configuration, and ensuring seamless deployment.

With over 50 million kilometres already driven by Renault Trucks E-Tech vehicles, we combine proven experience with innovative solutions to deliver refrigerated electric trucks that meet the highest operational standards. 

Ready to electrify your refrigerated transport?