Electrification of special vehicles: Why utilizing existing ones is the best choice

Dominik Ashkar, CEO HEERO Motors vor HEERO Minibus

Electrification of special vehicles: Why utilizing existing ones is the best choice

2025-04-01

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Max Knirsch

Product Expert

2025-04-01

8

Minutes

Max Knirsch, Product Expert at HEERO Motors

Max Knirsch

Max Knirsch

Product Expert

Electrification instead of new purchase: HEERO Motors shows how fleets with special vehicles can be cost-efficiently electrified - elektroauto-news.net also reports.

The topic briefly and concisely

Transforming a fleet of light commercial vehicles equipped with expensive superstructures to e-mobility is a challenge.

However, the stock in the fleet can be utilized to transition to electric drive in a time-saving and investment-friendly manner.

Yes, HEERO Motors perfectly offers this Diesel-to-Electric Service. Diesel technology out - HEERO eDrive system in.

The opportunity for a faster and more cost-effective conversion of a fleet of vehicles equipped with special bodies is here - the HEERO Motors eDrive system. In our Diesel-to-Electric service, we replace diesel technology with an electric software-defined vehicle. Elektroauto-news.net has also highlighted this in detail. You can find the link to their report at the end of the article.

Electrification of commercial vehicles: Preserving the existing fleet, shaping the future

The electrification of commercial vehicles is no longer just a trend – it is an economic necessity. But what happens to special-purpose vehicles? Refrigerated trucks, mobile workshops, minibuses, and other commercial vehicles with customized bodies - do they have to be completely replaced in order to utilize electromobility?

HEERO Motors says clearly: No! With our patented eDrive technology, we demonstrate that preserving existing structures is not only possible, but also the most sensible choice from both an economic and emissions standpoint. And the HEERO service – converting your vehicle's drive system – also saves a lot of procurement time.

Why electrification is essential now

The demands on fleets are increasing. Fleet managers are under growing pressure to reduce emissions, optimize operating costs, and maintain the functionality of their fleet. Especially with vehicles featuring specialized bodies, this often seems contradictory. Purchasing new vehicles entails high investments and, above all, long delivery times for the chassis and customizations. The electrification of existing vehicles, on the other hand, offers a predictable, fast, and cost-effective solution - without compromises.

HEERO D2E: A key system for all variants

Our technology solves challenges where other solutions fail. With HEERO Motors, the conventional drivetrain is replaced by an electric system – while the rest of the vehicle remains fully intact. This means:

  • No loss of special bodies: Cooling units, barrier-free conversions, workshop equipment or complex special solutions remain fully functional.




  • Maximum performance: With a range of over 400 kilometers, a 110 kWh battery pack and up to 3.5 tons of towing capacity, our electrified vehicles meet all the requirements of modern fleets.




  • Flexibility: Our solution works for all variants of the Mercedes Sprinter - starting from standard length L2 with all complex individualizations.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Focusing on Economic Efficiency

Anyone who believes that electromobility has to be expensive is fortunately mistaken. The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis shows that the electrification of existing vehicles becomes profitable faster than expected:

  • Minibuses: With an annual mileage of 70,000 km, an electrified minibus reaches its break-even point compared to diesel operation after just four years – with an annual saving of around €16,500.




  • Refrigerated vans: Compared to purchasing a new electric vehicle with a refrigerated body, converting an existing vehicle not only saves costs but also valuable resources and materials.

Electrification vs. New Purchase: The Better Alternative

Buying a typical new vehicle involves not only high investments, but also challenges such as long delivery times and costly adaptations. Electrification, on the other hand, is faster and more efficient:

  • Predictability: The patented HEERO conversion minimizes downtime as a standardized retrofit solution, making the transition to electromobility simple and calculable.




  • Sustainability: Preserving existing vehicle structures conserves resources and reduces waste or scrapping – a decisive advantage for companies that are aware of their responsibility.

Conclusion: Utilize existing values, shape the future

The electrification of existing vehicles is not a makeshift solution – it is a real opportunity. Companies can continue to use their existing infrastructure while simultaneously benefiting from the advantages of a locally emission-free powertrain. HEERO Motors demonstrates that sustainability and cost-effectiveness can go hand in hand – without compromising on functionality or performance.

Are you ready for your future, today? Contact your expert and find out how HEERO Motors can sustainably transform your fleet!

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