Shift2Zero is an European project where the goal is to improve the experience and reduce the emission of urban logistic with zero-emission electric commercial vehicles (e-LCVs), following the demand of a green infrastructure integrated in continuos urban environment evolution
The main purposes of this project are:
- Multi-temperature controlled, optimised and energy-efficient cargo body
- Optimised thermal comfort and safe ergonomics in vehicles'cabin
- Holistic energy management for cold chain logistics
- Modular swappable transhipment units
- Geofenced vehicles for urban safety
- Dual-use modular vehicles for goods and passenger transport
Shift2Zero project overview
As urban logistics evolve, the demand for zero-emission solutions is more urgent than ever. However, the transition to electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs) in the European Union remains slow due to a lack of efficient designs tailored for diverse logistics needs.
This highlights the urgent need for purpose-built eLCVs to progress towards the EU's sustainable logistics and climate neutrality goals. Shift2Zero addresses these challenges by developing innovative and mission-focused N1 e-LCVs designs and functionalities that enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, and align with evolving logistics requirements.
To do that, two proven platforms - IVECO's e-Daily (heavier N1 segment) and Alké's ATX (lighter, custom-build LCV segment) - are being upgraded during the project for their potential to offer a right-fitted solution to logistics operators. These platforms have already proven their performance and fit for transport operations within various applications.
These platforms will be fitted with Michelin's tire. The Shift2Zero's solutions are to better meet logistics and end-users demands while accelerating the adoption of zero-emission transport solutions and more sustainable future mobility.
Expected outcomes of Shift2Zero project
| Significant CO2 reduction through optimised vehicle design and energy-efficient systems, including tires and brakes | |
| Increased adoption of e-LCVs by addressing cost and operational barriers | |
| Enhanced driver safety and pedestrian protection for N1 Vehicles through sustainable materials and additive manufacturing | |
| Future-proofing logistics operations with adaptable, scalable vehicle solutions |
Alkè's role in Shift2Zero project
This Horizon Europe project, coordinated by Eurecat Technology Centre, brings together 30 partners (29 partners and 1 affiliated entity) coming from 10 European countries (Spain, Belgium, Austria, Italy, Norway, Greece, Germany, Poland, France and Czech Republic).
Shift2Zero develops four pilots and one macro-pilot to demonstrate its six new vehicle concepts in scalable zero-emission real-life operations.
The pilots, conducted over six different European cities from five countries, are representative of diverse urban realities of North, West, Central and Southern Europe. This allows extensive good practice and knowledge sharing while keeping context-specific replicability of solutions.
Each pilot tests the vehicle concepts in different combinations, exploring potential synergies to meet diversifying current and future user requirements.
Alkè main involvement in the project consists of:
- Definition of user requirements for new vehicle design based on project developed solutions.
- Prototyping and testing of novel functionalities in next generation eLCVs.
- Responsible for real-life demonstrations and evaluation
For more details on the Shift2Zero project visit: www.shift2zero-project.eu.
The Shift2Zero project has received funding from the European Union Horizon Europe Programme: project num. 101192375.
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The Shift2Zero project consists of 30 project partners (29 partners and 1 affiliated entity):
