Coke Canada Bottling adds 7 Volvo VNR Electric trucks in BC and Quebec

Coke Canada Bottling has expanded its electric vehicle fleet with the addition of seven Volvo VNR Electric trucks across British Columbia and Quebec. Three of the trucks have already been deployed in Quebec City, while the remaining four are scheduled for delivery this spring in Vancouver. This latest acquisition brings the company’s total number of electric vehicles in Canada to nearly 40, reflecting a significant commitment to sustainable transport solutions. The Volvo VNR Electric trucks feature a six-battery setup capable of covering up to 440 kilometres on a single charge, making them well-suited for multiple daily round trips between distribution centres and customer locations. To support this growing electric fleet, Coke Canada Bottling has installed high-capacity Heliox Flex chargers—one 180 kW unit with three dispensers in Quebec City and two 180 kW units with six dispensers in Vancouver. These infrastructure investments are crucial for maintaining efficient operations across the company’s regional distribution networks. Coke Canada Bottling’s electric vehicle programme began with a pilot in Montreal in 2023 and has since expanded to include a diverse range of vehicles, from vans to yard tractors, all operating on routes where battery-electric technology can deliver predictable and frequent service. The new Volvo trucks will primarily serve the Lower Mainland and Quebec City regions, areas where the company sees strong potential for electric fleet integration. Matthew Blackman, managing director of Volvo Trucks North America in Canada, praised the company’s approach, highlighting how the deployment demonstrates the practical fit of electric trucks in everyday fleet operations. The expansion signals a broader trend towards electrification in commercial transport, particularly for companies with local and regional delivery models. Coke Canada Bottling’s experience underscores the importance of combining vehicle technology with appropriate charging infrastructure to achieve operational reliability. As the company continues to scale its electric fleet, it sets a precedent for other logistics operators considering similar transitions in the Canadian market.