FedEx says each new electric vehicle added to its delivery fleet in India can reduce fuel consumption and emissions equivalent to five passenger cars.
FedEx Express, the world’s largest express carrier, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, has announced the start of electric vehicle (EV) trials in India as part of its global goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. The electric vehicle trial, which is expected to be completed within a month in Bangalore, will test vehicle technology within FedEx Express operations, evaluating the operational efficiency of vehicles on a standard route fully loaded with parcels. . Following the positive results of the trial, FedEx Express will expand the trial to Delhi.
FedEx says each new electric vehicle added to its delivery fleet in India can reduce fuel consumption and emissions equivalent to five passenger cars.
“FedEx is on a mission to connect the world in a responsible and resourceful way, and I am extremely pleased to announce the launch of our electric vehicle trial in India, which is in line with our global goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040,” Mohamad Sayegh said. , Vice President, India Operations for FedEx Express, said.
“With the growth of e-commerce in India, we are constantly looking for ways to sustain this momentum while reducing environmental impact. The start of electric vehicle testing brings us one step closer to that vision.
The company further states that vehicle electrification is one of the key areas on its journey towards achieving its goal of carbon neutral operations. By 2040, the entire global FedEx Package Pickup and Delivery (PUD) fleet is expected to be zero-emission electric vehicles. This goal of vehicle electrification is being addressed through incremental programs to replace existing vehicles. The goal is for 50% of FedEx Express’s global PUD vehicle purchases to be electric vehicles by 2025, rising to 100% by 2030.
“Testing is an essential part of integrating electric vehicle technology into our operations. Finding the right technology to serve our business, our customers and our team members will play a key role in the successful integration of electric vehicles into the FedEx Express fleet,” said Sayegh.
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