Picnic has been driving around with a thousand electric delivery vans since today. By using electric transport, the web supermarket says it has saved 1.7 million kilos of CO2 emissions.
Picnic first took to the road with its electric delivery cars in 2015. The cars were specially developed for Picnic and are known for their narrow appearance. With a width of only 1.30 metres, the delivery van can manoeuvre well in residential areas and inner cities. The trolley can be loaded and unloaded from the sides.
Driving behaviour software
The vans are connected to the a Driving Coach system, which records and analyses the route, driving behaviour and traffic situations. Runners receive advance warning of dangerous curves or crowded roads. In addition, delivery drivers receive feedback on their driving behaviour after their ride.
Solar panels
A number of Picnic trolleys have been fitted with solar panels since the end of last year. In Utrecht, Amersfoort and The Hague, there are trolleys equipped with solar roofs. On sunny days, these roofs generate around 3.5 kWh. A trolley can thus make up to 25 extra deliveries a day.
