London Fire Brigade deploys eLGVs for first time
The eLGVs themselves are stationed at the London Fire Brigade’s Operational Support Centre (OSC), replacing older diesel vehicles which have been in service for more than two decades. The LFB states that, as well as delivering equipment, the vehicles will be used to “respond to incidents when required”, although it’s not clear exactly how.
As well as the eLGVs, the eight Volvo XC40 EVs will be used at the Fire Brigade’s training centres in Ruislip, Beckton and Croydon – making the London Fire Brigade the first fire service in the UK to use a fully electric fleet for training. The LFB states that the vehicles “will be used by instructors to teach and refresh the blue-light driving skills of senior officers”, referring here to emergency response driving.
The LFB’s Deputy Assistant Commissioner Mark Davidson said: “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.”
Carlos Rodrigues, MD 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.”
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