Flux Mobility delivers all-wheel drive vehicle fleet
Winterthur, February 29, 2024 – Following a successful practical test of the first all-electric all-wheel drive vehicle over several months, Flux Mobility has secured an order for eight additional emission-free transporters and emergency vehicles for the Basel professional fire brigade.
The decision by the Canton of Basel-Stadt to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to "Net Zero" by 2037 is impacting the procurement of commercial vehicle fleets. Flux Mobility supports customers in these challenges with its innovative approach.
In mid-August 2023, Flux Mobility handed over the first all-electric all-wheel drive vehicle to the Basel professional fire brigade for an intensive test phase under real conditions.
This vehicle is a special vehicle for high-altitude and deep-water rescue. Particular attention was paid to the all-wheel drive to ensure that the vehicle can handle virtually any incline in Switzerland under all conditions (fully loaded, poor weather) and offers greater safety thanks to increased traction. The climate concept developed by Flux ensures an appropriate ambient temperature for the firefighters and the sensitive equipment, regardless of the weather. This allows them to keep a cool head in every situation. Firefighting vehicles are typically used for short distances under high loads. Nevertheless, the vehicle was tested for efficiency of the electric drive and for performance under full load, emergency lights operation (190kW/258PS), braking performance and maneuverability.
Patrick Sumi, project manager of the Basel professional fire brigade, says:
"The Flux vehicles have passed all the tests of the last few months and have further impressed us with the possibility of direct power supply. Especially in operational situations with long downtimes, such functions can be a great relief for the emergency teams. The Flux teams closely supported us throughout the entire test phase, so that we were able to further adapt and optimize the vehicles to our needs beyond the test phase."
The eight other fully electric fire engines will be equipped with different specifications. With its customized solutions, Flux enables a seamless transition to emission-free mobility, while ensuring the safety and functionality of the fire department fleet. The vehicles were developed together with the customer in close cooperation with the body manufacturer and specialists, Tony Brändle AG, in the field of fire department, ambulance, and police vehicles.
Severin Ganz, Head of Marketing and Sales at Flux Mobility, says:
"When developing new technologies and drive concepts, good cooperation between the various project partners is essential. The result confirms that together we were able to find an optimal solution for the customer."
Flux Mobility AG, founded in April 2021 and based in Winterthur, develops high-quality light commercial vehicles with innovative, emission-free drive technologies. In addition, special vehicles are produced. The basis is a flexible platform concept that allows a one-to-one replacement of diesel vehicles. Flux is thus taking on a decisive pioneering role in the sustainable transformation of industrial mobility and supports companies in exploiting the potential of electromobility. Flux Mobility's customers include several of the largest municipal utilities in Switzerland.
