DHL to trial EV using dust filter technology

DHL subsidiary SmartScooter is set to fit 10 of its electric delivery vehicles with extra particle-trapping technology to capture any pollution from brake and tyre wear.

According to Achim Kampker, CEO of StressScooter, although it only represents a small proportion of DHL's 5,000-strong SmartScooter fleet, if trials are successful could lead to a wider roll-out. , according to Achim Kampker, CEO of StreetScooter.

In a statement, Kampker said: "With these new fine dust particle filters from MANN+HUMMEL, we can further improve the environmental performance of our StreetScooters.”