Die größte Herausforderung beim Einsatz LNG-betriebender Fahrzeuge war lange Zeit die schlechte Infrastruktur. The filling station network has now been significantly expanded and drivers can obtain LNG and CNG for their lorries at around 30 filling stations – according to the German Energy Agency, the local infrastructure is to be expanded to around 50 filling stations by the end of 2020. The aim is to install at least 200 LNG refuelling stations by 2025.

We can therefore already use the vehicles on significantly more routes than shortly after their purchase. After a detailed briefing, during which some special features are explained, the refuelling process is no more complicated than with other fuels. For example, drivers must note that a distinction is made between warm (-130 to -120° C) and cold LNG (approx. -150° C). Our trucks prefer warm LNG. As soon as the liquefied natural gas is too cold, the pressure in the tank is reduced. The vehicles must then remain stationary until the pressure has equalised. For this reason, only appropriately instructed drivers who also wear protective equipment when refuelling may be used on the vehicles.