Periodic Reporting for period 2 - NextETRUCK (Efficient and affordable Zero Emission logistics through NEXT generation Electric TRUCKs)
Okres sprawozdawczy: 2024-01-01 do 2025-06-30
NextETRUCK is a three-year Horizon Europe project that develops ZEV concepts tailored for regional medium freight haulage, running from 1 July 2022 until 31 December 2025 with TNO as the project coordinator. NextETRUCK is expected to achieve at least a 10% increase in energy efficiency compared to existing highest-end benchmark electric vehicles. In addition, it shall prepare concept and infrastructure demonstrators for fast charging and offer new business models to increase end-user acceptance and foster the market uptake of the project solutions.
WP2:WP2 was finished in May 2023; however, for D2.5 (test catalogue), updates have been made later and delivered in August 2023.
WP3:Deliverables 3.1 and 3.4 were reworked and resubmitted to address the comments from the first review meeting.
WP4: Digital Twins were developed for Demo Vehicles, Eco-driving Feedback, Thermal System, Energy Consumption, Battery Ageing, Charge Time Estimation and Multi-Level Control System Optimization. Vehicle control systems were designed for adaptive Powertrain ECU, Battery ECU, smart VCU, smart VTM and Eco-Driving Software. Tools for Logistic Planning, Navigation, Fleet Management, Decarbonization strategy were created. Virtual verification startegies at component, vehicle and fleet level were defined.
WP5: The development and validation of the software (both controllers and digital twins) to be used on the final demonstrators and the development and calibration of the newly designed components within the previous WPs is performed. Additionally, system & subsystem level prototyping and deployment for each of the OEM demonstrator vehicles is performed. All relevant components and sub-systems have been verified under laboratory conditions. The different component and subsystem Integration and implementation has been completed for Irizar use case.
WP6: In the first project phase, key use cases and requirements were identified, vehicle and infrastructure specifications were defined, and initial system integrations were performed. Early pilots supported concept validation. Technical progress focused on data integration, smart charging strategies, and preparing large-scale pilot deployments.
WP7: WP7 finalised and delivered D7.1 “Demonstration plan and processes”, which was rejected following the bankruptcy of TEVVA and the missing description of the UK (London) Use Case. We are still waiting DAF-truck to join the project. The Istanbul Use Case was updated with a third route as proposed at PR1 review. Due to the delay of the FORD and IRIZAR prototypes (WP5), the demonstration tasks started late, only T7.3 with the ramp-up of IRIZAR truck started, now demo in Barcelona is planned for 07/2025 and in Istanbul for 11/2025. T7.5 on Data collection started, but D7.2 “Data collection and management plan” was not finalised waiting for DAF-Truck to join the project.
WP8: Pre-demo phase data analysis in collaboration with Task 7.5 in order to verify the methodology in D8.1 and for potential gaps identification. Drafts of market, environmental, and cost impact and policy review with EU best practices are ready (D8.3). An exploitation plan with partner and sector input is set. D8.4 draft includes policy review and assessment as well as best practices from both national government initiatives and logistics company operations in Europe.
WP3:Deliverables 3.1 and 3.4 were reworked and resubmitted to address the comments from the first review meeting.
WP4: Digital Twins were developed for Demo Vehicles, Eco-driving Feedback, Thermal System, Energy Consumption, Battery Ageing, Charge Time Estimation and Multi-Level Control System Optimization. Vehicle control systems were designed for adaptive Powertrain ECU, Battery ECU, smart VCU, smart VTM and Eco-Driving Software. Tools for Logistic Planning, Navigation, Fleet Management, Decarbonization strategy were created. Virtual verification startegies at component, vehicle and fleet level were defined.
WP5: The development and validation of the software (both controllers and digital twins) to be used on the final demonstrators and the development and calibration of the newly designed components within the previous WPs is performed. Additionally, system & subsystem level prototyping and deployment for each of the OEM demonstrator vehicles is performed. All relevant components and sub-systems have been verified under laboratory conditions. The different component and subsystem Integration and implementation has been completed for Irizar use case.
WP6: In the first project phase, key use cases and requirements were identified, vehicle and infrastructure specifications were defined, and initial system integrations were performed. Early pilots supported concept validation. Technical progress focused on data integration, smart charging strategies, and preparing large-scale pilot deployments.
WP7: WP7 finalised and delivered D7.1 “Demonstration plan and processes”, which was rejected following the bankruptcy of TEVVA and the missing description of the UK (London) Use Case. We are still waiting DAF-truck to join the project. The Istanbul Use Case was updated with a third route as proposed at PR1 review. Due to the delay of the FORD and IRIZAR prototypes (WP5), the demonstration tasks started late, only T7.3 with the ramp-up of IRIZAR truck started, now demo in Barcelona is planned for 07/2025 and in Istanbul for 11/2025. T7.5 on Data collection started, but D7.2 “Data collection and management plan” was not finalised waiting for DAF-Truck to join the project.
WP8: Pre-demo phase data analysis in collaboration with Task 7.5 in order to verify the methodology in D8.1 and for potential gaps identification. Drafts of market, environmental, and cost impact and policy review with EU best practices are ready (D8.3). An exploitation plan with partner and sector input is set. D8.4 draft includes policy review and assessment as well as best practices from both national government initiatives and logistics company operations in Europe.
WP2: proposes a generic digital twin setup, which enables all partners to deliver sub-system models and virtual control units for a common digital twin. The digital twin consists of vehicle sub-system plant models, virtual control units, and surrounding models.
WP3:WP3 offers a holistic optimization framework for e-powertrain design and charging infrastructure, which considers different sub-systems namely new HVAC cabin system and thermal layout, SiC for MCS. Modular IoT concept and functional safety are introduced.
WP4:The vehicle digital twins are one of the key software developments coming from this project and have a direct impact on the performance KPIs. Various algorithms being developed in WP4 can benefit from relevant data sharing from the three OEMs.
WP5: WP5 has direct and definitive impact in the demonstration as the calibration, validation and integration of the modifications related to the baseline (both SW and HW) are performed in this WP. WP5 has to be coordinated with the ongoing T7.1 and 7.5 as the planning and procedures for the demonstrator and data collection and processing are defined in there. The final validation of the different tasks in WP5 will be completed in the demonstrator ramp-up in T7.1.
WP6:The project demonstrates how smart charging, dynamic energy pricing, and integrated logistics data can significantly improve electric truck operations. Compared to the current state, the approach enables optimized energy use, reduced costs, and better fleet utilization. For broader uptake, further pilot sites, OEM integration, and harmonized standards will be key.
WP7:The demonstration plan under finalisation ensures a harmonised testing phase and data collection across the three demo sites. The data collection and management plan will ensure common data format across demo site to collect, process and analyse the demo data. Both will lead to comparable results to be analysed in WP8.
WP8:NextETRUCK goes beyond the current state of the art of business models for e-trucks through a focus on shared and circular economy principles. Unlike conventional models, it explores multi-fleet vehicle use, integration of second-life batteries for stationary energy storage, and stakeholder value creation linked to renewable energy systems. These innovations are grounded in a comprehensive market analysis and exploitation strategy (Tasks 8.3–8.4) supported by industry and policy input. Participation in the AEVETO cluster supports this goal by enabling collaboration with other leading projects. It aligns business model innovation with broader industry trends and strengthens engagement with key stakeholders.
WP9:Uptake will be fostered with enhanced cooperation related to dissemination through the AEVETO cluster, as POLIS and ERTICO are supporting the cooperation between projects. Additionally, dedicated project kick-off events in the upcoming months, as well as joint AEVETO initiatives, will further promote outreach.
WP3:WP3 offers a holistic optimization framework for e-powertrain design and charging infrastructure, which considers different sub-systems namely new HVAC cabin system and thermal layout, SiC for MCS. Modular IoT concept and functional safety are introduced.
WP4:The vehicle digital twins are one of the key software developments coming from this project and have a direct impact on the performance KPIs. Various algorithms being developed in WP4 can benefit from relevant data sharing from the three OEMs.
WP5: WP5 has direct and definitive impact in the demonstration as the calibration, validation and integration of the modifications related to the baseline (both SW and HW) are performed in this WP. WP5 has to be coordinated with the ongoing T7.1 and 7.5 as the planning and procedures for the demonstrator and data collection and processing are defined in there. The final validation of the different tasks in WP5 will be completed in the demonstrator ramp-up in T7.1.
WP6:The project demonstrates how smart charging, dynamic energy pricing, and integrated logistics data can significantly improve electric truck operations. Compared to the current state, the approach enables optimized energy use, reduced costs, and better fleet utilization. For broader uptake, further pilot sites, OEM integration, and harmonized standards will be key.
WP7:The demonstration plan under finalisation ensures a harmonised testing phase and data collection across the three demo sites. The data collection and management plan will ensure common data format across demo site to collect, process and analyse the demo data. Both will lead to comparable results to be analysed in WP8.
WP8:NextETRUCK goes beyond the current state of the art of business models for e-trucks through a focus on shared and circular economy principles. Unlike conventional models, it explores multi-fleet vehicle use, integration of second-life batteries for stationary energy storage, and stakeholder value creation linked to renewable energy systems. These innovations are grounded in a comprehensive market analysis and exploitation strategy (Tasks 8.3–8.4) supported by industry and policy input. Participation in the AEVETO cluster supports this goal by enabling collaboration with other leading projects. It aligns business model innovation with broader industry trends and strengthens engagement with key stakeholders.
WP9:Uptake will be fostered with enhanced cooperation related to dissemination through the AEVETO cluster, as POLIS and ERTICO are supporting the cooperation between projects. Additionally, dedicated project kick-off events in the upcoming months, as well as joint AEVETO initiatives, will further promote outreach.