Scania invests in new test track for autonomous and electric vehicles
With the rapid development of autonomous and electrified vehicles, Scania plans further investments in a new test track specifically built for future vehicles as part of Scania’s research and development operations.“Our ambition is to be a leader in electrification of heavy vehicles and also strengthen our ability in autonomous vehicles over time,” said Anders Williamsson, Scania’s Head of Industrial Operations.
“It will take large investments to stay at the forefront. [So we’re looking] to build a test track adapted for future vehicles to meet the demand in autonomous and electrification we see is on its way,” he added.
Scania has recently completed a new foundry and the work with a new building for battery assembly is ongoing, both located in Södertälje.
Scania’s plans for the new investment will amount to a spend of around 975 million SEK ($A145 million), for the new test track, as well as an extension of existing ones.
“We continue to invest locally in Södertälje, to be close to the whole chain with production, development and testing,” said Williamsson. “It is vital for Scania, and for Sweden’s ability to take lead in the development of sustainable transport solutions.”
The plan is to begin the work during 2022, and it is expected to continue until at least 2026.
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