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Victoria will receive its first electric fire truck, named EVIE, for Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) this year, marking a step towards modernizing the fleet. Firefighters will undergo thorough training on the new technology before the truck is gradually integrated into service by early 2025. The vehicle, designed and built by FRV, is set to be the second electric fire truck in Australia. The EVIE boasts the latest firefighting equipment and technology, meeting all primary pumper requirements. FRV aims to assess the truck’s performance for potential future integration of more electric vehicles.
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