Disfrimur, a logistics company based in Murcia, has put Spain’s first fully electric heavy-duty Iveco truck into daily operation. Delivered in July, the S-eWay Rígido now runs the company’s regular distribution routes between Murcia and Alicante, with trips described as covering less than 100 kilometers. The deployment marks a tangible step in the electrification of Spain’s commercial transport sector, where diesel has long dominated regional logistics.
The S-eWay Rígido is the first Iveco truck of this configuration to enter service in Spain. It was designed from the ground up for electric propulsion. Unlike many electric trucks adapted from combustion-engine platforms, this model has a chassis, battery placement and drivetrain engineered specifically for electric use. Its rigid-truck platform is configured for a range of professional applications, from distribution to vocational work.
Performance and Range
Equipped with two electric motors delivering a combined 840 kW (1,142 hp) and 45,000 Nm of torque, the S-eWay Rígido offers strong performance for regional distribution. Its modular lithium-ion NMC battery system comes with four, five or seven 70 kWh packs, for nominal installed capacities of 280, 350 or 490 kWh, respectively. The rigid model is listed at gross vehicle weights from 20 to 28 tonnes. In its highest-capacity version, the truck achieves a certified range of up to 400 kilometers, enough to complete several daily routes without recharging during working hours.
In Disfrimur’s operation, driver Juan Carlos Martínez says the truck normally needs one recharge to complete the company’s usual round trips. He has also praised its power, driving comfort and lower noise compared with a conventional truck. Charging is designed to fit logistics schedules: the S-eWay Rígido supports DC charging at up to 350 kW, taking the battery from 20% to 80% in about 45 minutes. That window can align with professional drivers’ rest breaks and help limit operational downtime. The regenerative braking system can recover up to 150 kW during deceleration, extending range and improving energy efficiency, especially on routes with frequent stops and starts.
Flexibility for Logistics
Iveco has prioritized versatility in the S-eWay Rígido’s design. Its architecture allows flexible battery placement and the installation of various body types, including refrigerated units, hydraulic lifts, cranes or standard cargo platforms, without compromising performance. Product specifications reproduced by commercial-vehicle dealer Benussi list eight wheelbases, three cab types and rear-air or full-air suspension. These configurations are intended for work ranging from deliveries and municipal services to construction. The range of battery options also gives fleet operators choices when balancing capacity, payload and charging needs.
Disfrimur’s decision to integrate the S-eWay Rígido reflects a broader industry trend. As battery technology and charging infrastructure improve, Spanish logistics operators are piloting electric trucks for regional and urban distribution. The company says the move forms part of a long-term strategy to pair operational efficiency with environmental responsibility, reducing the carbon footprint of its services while maintaining competitiveness.
Context and Outlook
The S-eWay Rígido’s arrival marks a key stage for Iveco and the Spanish transport sector. The manufacturer calls the delivery a basic step in its plan to accelerate the decarbonization of professional logistics with practical electric solutions tailored to real-world needs. Predictable, repeatable routes such as Disfrimur’s Murcia to Alicante operations give fleets a setting to plan vehicle use and charging around established schedules. Depot power and access to grid capacity remain critical to that transition. AENU’s analysis of truck electrification notes that new grid connections can take years in Spain and other European markets.
European Union policy is also directing investment toward heavy-vehicle charging on the trans-European transport network (TEN-T). Under the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation, targets include charging pools with at least 2,800 kW of total output on relevant TEN-T sections by 2027 and 3,600 kW on the basic network by 2030, including 350 kW charging points. These corridor objectives are intended to expand high-power charging, while depot electrification also depends on local grid capacity.
Spain’s push toward electrified transport extends beyond trucks. The country has seen rapid adoption of electric cars and vans, while charging technology continues to evolve. For example, leading brands are rolling out smooth charging solutions, as highlighted in the recent overview of automatic Plug & Charge systems at Tesla Superchargers, which are making EV use more practical for private and commercial users.
Heavy-duty electric trucks still face challenges, including range limitations and the need for strong charging infrastructure. But the S-eWay Rígido’s deployment on real routes shows that zero-emission logistics is becoming a reality in Spain. As more companies follow Disfrimur’s lead, electric vehicles are set to play an increasingly central role in regional distribution across the country.
