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BMW has already shown an interest in electric vehicles with its i3 electric & i8 hybrid, with more planned.
Recently, they have deployed a 40 ton articulated electric truck, supplied by Dutch manufacturer Terberg, for parts deliveries from automotive service provider Scherm. Initially, it will be used on a trial basis between the BMW Group Plant & Scherm Group Logistics Centre, a distance of 2 kilometres, 8 trips per day.
http://www.theverge.com/2015/7/10/8927489/bmw-electric-truck-europe-terberg
http://www.cnet.com/news/bmw-puts-a-40-ton-electric-truck-on-the-road/
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