Coke Canada Bottling Expands Electric Fleet with 7 Volvo VNR Trucks
Event summary
- Coke Canada Bottling adds 7 Volvo VNR Electric trucks to its fleet, bringing the total to nearly 40.
- Expansion includes 3 trucks in Quebec City and 4 in Vancouver, with deliveries starting April 2026.
- Company installs 5 Heliox Flex chargers to support the new electric trucks.
- Volvo VNR Electric trucks have a range of up to 440 km on a single charge.
The big picture
Coke Canada Bottling's expansion of its electric fleet reflects a broader industry shift toward sustainable logistics. The company's experience-driven approach, starting with a 2023 pilot in Montreal, demonstrates the viability of electric trucks for predictable, high-frequency routes. This move aligns with growing regulatory pressures and consumer expectations for reduced carbon footprints in the beverage sector.
What we're watching
- Fleet Scaling
- Whether Coke Canada Bottling can maintain this pace of electric vehicle adoption across its entire fleet.
- Charging Infrastructure
- How the new Heliox charging stations will integrate into existing operations and support future expansions.
- Regulatory Compliance
- The impact of evolving emissions regulations on the company's long-term electric vehicle strategy.