Not only does this make for a much quieter and nicer environment for the crew, it also gives much better slow speed control as there is no lower limit to the idle speed.
When more speed is needed, the big 16-litre V8 diesels kick in automatically, delivering up to 1,150hp per side in addition to the 230kW (308hp) electric motors. The result is electrifying, in every sense of the word. While not the quietest or smoothest of engines, the big Scanias provide serious shove and a fast cruising range of over 500nm
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