Felbermayr to Deploy Electric Trucks for Regional Transport Operations
- Meagan Wood
- Jan 29
- 2 min read
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Felbermayr has added six electric MAN TGS 20.449 trucks to its fleet, deploying them on fixed regional routes around Wels, including daily hospital logistics, demonstrating the practical use of electric commercial vehicles in short-haul transport.
Felbermayr Electric MAN TGS 20.449 Trucks
Felbermayr is expanding its fleet to include electric commercial vehicles, with six MAN TGS 20.449 electric trucks officially entering service from the beginning of February.
The new additions consist of:
One MAN TGS 20.449 equipped with a box body and tail lift
Five MAN TGS 20.449 units fitted with tarpaulin body and tail lift
The trucks will be used for general cargo transport on regional routes in the vicinity of Wels, Austria.
Daily Hospital Logistics Route
One of the fixed applications for the electric trucks is a daily hospital transport operation.
The route involves:
Transporting clean laundry from a facility in Wels to Braunau Hospital
Returning used laundry back to Wels
Completing the route twice per day
Felbermayr said this predictable, high-frequency route profile makes the operation particularly well suited to battery-electric trucks, offering reliable performance while eliminating local exhaust emissions.
Charging Strategy and Operational Efficiency
All six electric trucks are charged at Felbermayr’s own charging stations located at the company’s premises.
This setup simplifies scheduling, as:
Vehicles are plugged in at the end of each shift
Trucks are ready for service the following morning with a full charge
No reliance on external public charging infrastructure is required
The approach supports efficient planning and consistent vehicle availability.
Evaluation and Technology-Neutral Approach
Felbermayr said future deployment of additional electric vehicles will be assessed following a test phase, allowing operational data to guide further decisions.
The company confirmed it will remain open to different drive technologies as part of its broader sustainability strategy, continuing to evaluate innovative propulsion systems that align with operational and environmental goals.
About Felbermayr
Felbermayr Group is an international specialist in transport, lifting, construction services, and logistics, headquartered in Wels, Austria. The family-owned company operates across Europe and internationally, supporting infrastructure, industrial, and logistics projects.
Felbermayr continues to invest in modern fleet solutions and alternative drive technologies as part of its long-term sustainability and efficiency strategy.
Website: https://www.felbermayr.cc/
About MAN Truck & Bus
MAN Truck & Bus is a European manufacturer of commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, and vans. The company is actively developing electric and low-emission drive technologies to support the transition toward sustainable road transport.
Website: https://www.man.eu/
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electric trucks is Felbermayr introducing?
Felbermayr is introducing six electric MAN TGS 20.449 trucks into its fleet.
Where will the electric trucks be used?
They will operate on regional transport routes around Wels, including a fixed daily hospital laundry route.
How are the trucks charged?
All vehicles are charged at Felbermayr’s own on-site charging stations.
Will Felbermayr add more electric vehicles in the future?
Further deployment will be considered after a test phase, with the company remaining open to different drive technologies.
