Battery-Electric Tevva Truck Set to Drive Skills at Mira Technology Institute (MTI)

Students and apprentices at the MIRA Technology Institute (MTI) have welcomed the delivery of a brand-new electric truck to help them get to grips with the latest electric vehicle technology. The 7.5-tonne Tevva battery electric truck is based at the MTI’s state-of-the-art workshops and will be instantly accessible for every student, enabling them to see how the technology works in practice. 

With a course series developed to deliver vital skills to the automotive sector as part of the electric revolution, the MTI enables students to gain an awareness and understanding of electric and hybrid vehicles to learn how to inspect, diagnose, and rectify systems and components.

Lisa Bingley, Operations Director for the MTI, said, “It was fantastic to watch our new Tevva truck roll into the workshop today. We invested in a Tevva vehicle because the brand spearheads the rapid shift to decarbonisation and cleaner, greener freight. The Tevva truck is driven by two electric traction motors that use no rare earth materials and is equipped with a regenerative braking system that harnesses kinetic energy to boost vehicle range. It also boasts an innovative high voltage power distribution system and proprietary embedded software, so the truck’s presence in our workshop will help contextualise students’ knowledge and enhance their learning experience and understanding of EV technology.”  

Ken Scott, Managing Director of Tevva, said, “The decarbonisation of trucking and wider transportation relies on new technology and people. We need people with the skills and knowledge of how battery-electric and hydrogen-electric powertrains work. The MTI is excellently addressing the skills gap and training a new generation of engineers and technicians. Tevva is delighted to be part of this vital endeavour.” 

The MTI was developed to support the automotive sector by focusing on emerging technology areas, including connected and autonomous vehicles and electric cars. Its unique Skills Escalator is the first of its kind in the UK, where students and delegates can progress naturally through the levels within the same institution.

Since its doors opened, the MTI has welcomed over 42,500 students and delegates. This includes over 3,100 studying for accredited qualifications from a Level 1 Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) certificate up to Master’s degrees and over 850 apprenticeships at all levels. More than 17,100 automotive professionals have taken part in professional development activities.

Marion Plant, OBE FCGI, Chair of the MTI Operations Board, and Principal and Chief Executive North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College said, “The arrival of the Tevva truck marks a significant milestone in our ability to bring to life the impact of the latest technology now being used within the logistics sector.

“We are delighted to be able to provide the MTI with this cutting-edge equipment to help inspire our students with enthusiasm for their future career progression.” 

The latest electric and hybrid vehicle study options are available on the MTI’s website.