- The London Fire Brigade has made a significant expansion to its electric vehicle fleet, with the rollout of 2 fully-electric LGVs for operational support and the addition of electric cars to its driver training fleet.
- Two fully-electric Renault LGVs will deliver essential equipment around the capital and respond to incidents when required, whilst a set of eight Volvo XC40 EVs will replace its driver training fleet – making London Fire Brigade the first UK fire service to have an all-electric driver training fleet.
- London Fire Brigade’s efforts come as the capital works towards a carbon net zero target year of 2030, with these new vehicles also contributing to improved air quality across the city.
London Fire Brigade goes in on electric vehicle adoption
The new electric Renault LGVs will replace the current diesel models which have been operating for over 20 years. These will deliver essential firefighting equipment across London and also be used for emergency response when necessary, all whilst doing it cleaner and greener than their diesel predecessors.
Alongside the new electric support trucks, London Fire Brigade has also taken on eight Volvo XC40 EVs, helping to fully electrify its driver training fleet.
London Fire Brigade‘s crucial fire engine units remain diesel-powered for now, but that could change later down the line. The two new electric Renault operational support trucks will feed live data on performance and efficiency back to the fire brigade, helping it to assess operational performance and where else electrification could feasibly take place within its fleet.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Mark Davidson, commented:
“London Fire Brigade is proud to lead the way in decarbonising the fire and rescue sector. By investing in electric training cars and LGVs, we are not only meeting our own sustainability commitments but also setting an example for others to follow.
These innovations are vital in reducing our carbon footprint, improving air quality, and helping London reach its net zero goals.”
Carlos Rodrigues, Managing Director for Renault Trucks UK & Ireland, added:
“We are proud to support London Fire Brigade on its journey towards a zero-emissions future. The Renault Trucks E-Tech D vehicles demonstrate that electric technology can deliver the performance, reliability and capability required for demanding public service roles. This rollout reflects our shared commitment to reducing emissions and creating a cleaner, more sustainable future for London.”
