Commercial vehicle with charging socket

Abstract

Commercial vehicle (10), preferably a truck or bus, comprising: a front axle (14); a rear axle (16); a side panel (18), preferably substantially plate-shaped, arranged between the front axle (14) and the rear axle (16) and covering a section of a longitudinal side of the commercial vehicle (10); and a charging socket (20) for connecting an electrical charging cable (28), wherein the charging socket (20) is concealed behind the side panel (18); wherein: the charging socket (20) is slidable upwards; and the charging socket (20) is designed such that the electrical charging cable (28) can be connected to a transverse side of the charging socket (20) oriented in a transverse direction of the commercial vehicle (10).

Description

The invention relates to a commercial vehicle, preferably a lorry or a bus, having a charging socket for connecting an electrical charging cable.The transition from internal combustion engine-driven trucks to electric motor-driven trucks presents numerous challenges to manufacturers. A particular problem is the high unit costs for the electrically driven trucks which are currently requested and produced only in very small quantities, compared with the trucks which are still requested and produced in very large quantities by means of internal combustion engines. Another problem area is the high development costs for new truck parts and the modification of existing truck parts to adapt to requirements of the electrically driven trucks. Another problem circle consists in the fact that there is frequently a lack of installation space in electrically driven trucks, since many electrical components, in particular of the high-voltage system, require comparatively much or additional installation space (e.g. traction battery(s), electric motor(s), on-board charging device, charging socket).For example, DE 10 2018 000 098 A1 discloses a truck with a frame. A socket and retainer assembly is mounted to the frame. The socket and holder assembly includes an electrical socket. The socket and support assembly is disposed behind a front axle of the truck.The invention is based on the object of creating an improved arrangement of the charging socket in a commercial vehicle. The arrangement should preferably be particularly space-saving and / or protected.The object is achieved by the features of independent claim 1.According to the invention, a (e.g. electrically drivable) commercial vehicle, preferably a truck or an bus, is disclosed. The utility vehicle has a front axle, a rear axle and a side cladding, preferably substantially plate-shaped. The side cladding is arranged between the front axle and the rear axle and cladding a section of a longitudinal side of the utility vehicle. The utility vehicle has a charging socket for connecting an electrical charging cable, wherein the charging socket is arranged (e.g. in a non-use position) concealed behind the side cladding (e.g. with respect to a viewing direction parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle to a front side or outer side of the side cladding).The charging socket can thus advantageously be arranged in a manner which is very space-saving, since no space has to be created on the longitudinal outer side of the commercial vehicle. Instead, available installation space behind the side cladding can be utilized. Preferably, complicated modifications for inserting the charging socket between fender and side cladding can be dispensed with. The charging socket can also be particularly protected behind the side cladding, for example against dirt, wear and accidents. The arrangement of the charging socket behind the side cladding can be visually appealing since it is invisible from the outside. The arrangement of the charging socket behind the side cladding can be aerodynamically advantageous, since the charging socket cannot thus negatively influence the aerodynamics of the vehicle.It is possible for the side cladding to have a crash structure (e.g. substantially plate-shaped) (e.g. with a profiled shape, such as a honeycomb structure or wave profile, etc.). The crash structure can preferably be designed to dissipate impact energy in the event of an accident (e.g. side crash) under predetermined plastic deformation of the crash structure. Alternatively or additionally, the crash structure may be configured to conduct impact energy away from the charging socket and / or a traction battery of the utility vehicle in the event of an accident (e.g. side crash).In a development, the charging socket (e.g. in a non-use position) can be arranged concealed behind the crash structure of the side cladding (e.g. with respect to a viewing direction parallel to a transverse axis of the commercial vehicle onto a front side or outer side of the side cladding).It is also possible for the charging socket to have a detachable cover for covering electrical connectors of the charging socket, which cover is formed separately from the side cladding.In one exemplary embodiment, the side cladding lines substantially an entire section of the longitudinal side of the commercial vehicle between the front axle and the rear axle. Alternatively or additionally, the side cladding can be designed as a full side cladding. The advantageous arrangement of the charging socket can thus be used in particular in commercial vehicles with continuous side cladding between the front axle and the rear axle.In a further development, the side cladding can be embodied, for example, in one part or in multiple parts.In a further exemplary embodiment, the utility vehicle has a traction battery which is arranged hidden behind the side cladding (e.g. with respect to a viewing direction parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle on a front side or outer side of the side cladding) and preferably (e.g. directly) next to the charging socket. Advantageously, a spatial proximity between the mutually associated components charging socket and traction battery can thus be created, as a result of which short cable lengths can be achieved and a common protected arrangement behind the side cladding is made possible.Preferably, the charging socket for electrically charging the traction battery can be electrically connected to the traction battery, e.g. by means of an on-board charging device.Preferably, the traction battery for supplying electric current can be connected to at least one electric drive of the utility vehicle for driving the utility vehicle.In a further exemplary embodiment, the utility vehicle furthermore has a superstructure or semi-trailer which covers the charging socket (for example in a non-use position) preferably from above and / or is arranged (for example directly) above the charging socket. The advantageous arrangement of the charging socket can thus be used in particular in commercial vehicles with a superstructure or semi-trailer.In a further exemplary embodiment, the side cladding for making the charging socket accessible is movable, preferably pivotable or displaceable, for connecting the electrical charging cable. This advantageously allows the charging socket to be accessible and, for example, less protected only when it is actually used, namely when a charging cable is connected to the charging socket.For example, the side cladding can be movable between a normal position and an open position, in which there is access to the charging socket for connecting the charging cable to the charging socket.In one embodiment, the side cladding is pivotable upward or downward, and / or the side cladding is pivotable about an axis substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the commercial vehicle, and / or a maximum pivot angle between a closed position and an open position of the side cladding is less than 45°, preferably less than 30°, particularly preferably less than 20°. This advantageously allows access to the charging socket to be easily provided if this is required. Preferably, the charging socket can be further protected by the side cladding, even if it is pivoted.In a further embodiment, the charging socket is movable, preferably pivotable or displaceable, for making the charging socket accessible for connecting the electrical charging cable. This in turn advantageously allows the charging socket to be accessible and, for example, less protected only when it is actually used, namely when a charging cable is connected to the charging socket.For example, the charging socket can be moved into a use position in which it is accessible for connecting a charging cable, e.g. because it protrudes beyond the side cladding, the traction battery and / or the superstructure.In a further embodiment variant, the charging socket can be pivoted about an axis which is substantially parallel to a vertical axis or to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket can be displaced upwards or downwards. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket is attached to the side cladding and, in order to make the charging socket accessible for connecting the electrical charging cable, is movable, preferably displaceable or pivotable, together with the side cladding. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket is displaceable substantially parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle. This results in a plurality of possibilities which can be combined with one another in order to realize movability of the charging socket, so that simple connection of the charging cable can be made possible.In one exemplary embodiment, the charging socket is designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to an upper side or lower side of the charging socket. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket can be designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to a front side of the charging socket directed in a forward travel direction of the utility vehicle. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket can be designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to a rear side of the charging socket directed counter to a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle. Advantageously, it is thus possible to connect the charging cable even after a comparatively small movement of the charging socket and / or the side cladding, since it is not necessary to provide space-gripping access to an (outer) transverse side of the charging socket, which is directed in a transverse direction of the utility vehicle, for connecting the charging cable, as is customary.Alternatively or additionally, the electrical charging cable can be connectable to a transverse side of the charging socket directed in a transverse direction of the utility vehicle.The preferred exemplary embodiments described below, which can be combined with one another, relate in each case to solutions which can be particularly advantageous with regard to the required installation space, the integration of the movability of the charging socket and / or of the side cladding and the accessibility by means of the charging cable.In a preferred embodiment, the side panel is pivotable downwardly about an axis substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Preferably, the charging socket is pivotable outwards about a further axis which is substantially parallel to a vertical axis of the utility vehicle or substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. The charging socket is preferably designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to an upper side of the charging socket.According to the invention, the charging socket is displaceable upwards (e.g. for projecting beyond the side cladding). Furthermore, the charging socket is designed according to the invention such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to a (e.g. outer) transverse side of the charging socket directed in a transverse direction of the commercial vehicle.In a further development, the side cladding can be fastened immovably.In a further preferred exemplary embodiment, the side cladding is pivotable downward about an axis which is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Preferably, the charging socket can be attached to (e.g. a rear side) the side cladding and / or can be pivoted together with the side cladding. The charging socket is preferably designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to an upper side of the charging socket.In a further preferred exemplary embodiment, the side cladding is pivotable downward about an axis which is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Preferably, the charging socket can be displaceable outwards substantially parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle. The charging socket can preferably be designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to an upper side of the charging socket or to a front side of the charging socket directed in a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle or to a rear side of the charging socket directed counter to a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle.In a further preferred exemplary embodiment, the side cladding is pivotable downward about an axis which is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Preferably, the charging socket can be pivotable outwards while maintaining its orientation (e.g. by means of at least one pivot arm). The charging socket can preferably be designed such that the electrical charging cable can be connected to an upper side of the charging socket or to a front side of the charging socket directed in a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle or to a rear side of the charging socket directed counter to a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle.In a further preferred exemplary embodiment, the side cladding has a flap which can be opened, preferably by means of pivoting. Preferably, the charging socket can be accessible for connecting the electric charging cable when the flap is open and preferably not accessible when the flap is closed.For example, the side cladding and / or the charging socket can be immovably fastened, e.g. fixed to the chassis.It is possible to apply the technique as disclosed herein to passenger cars.It is also possible that the side cladding is not arranged between the front and rear axles, but, for example, on a front side of the commercial vehicle, on a rear side of the commercial vehicle, in front of the front axle or behind the rear axle.The above-described preferred embodiments and features of the invention can be combined with one another as desired. Further details and advantages of the invention are described below with reference to the attached drawings. The following are shown: FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a utility vehicle according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; FIG. 2A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 2B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 2A ; FIG. 3A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 3B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 3A ; FIG. 4A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 4B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 4A ; FIG. 5A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 5B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 5A ; FIG. 6A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 6B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 6A ; FIG. 7A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; FIG. 7B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 7A ; FIG. 8A shows a purely schematic cross-sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region directly behind a front axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from the front; and FIG. 8B shows a purely schematic horizontal sectional view of a section of a utility vehicle in a region between a front axle and a rear axle of the utility vehicle, viewed from above, according to the exemplary embodiment of FIG. 8A.The embodiments shown in the figures correspond at least partially, so that similar or identical parts are provided with the same reference numerals and for their explanation reference is also made to the description of the other embodiments or figures in order to avoid repetitions.FIG. 1 shows a utility vehicle 10. The truck may have, for example, a superstructure, e.g. loading superstructure (not shown in FIG. 1 ). Alternatively, the truck can have, for example, a fifth wheel coupling for coupling a semi-trailer (not shown in FIG. 1 ). It is also possible for the utility vehicle 10 to be designed, for example, as an omnibus.The utility vehicle 10 may include a vehicle frame 12. The body or semi-trailer may be supported on the vehicle frame 12. The vehicle frame 12 can preferably be designed as a lead frame if the commercial vehicle 10 is designed as a truck. The leadframe may have, for example, two substantially parallel main longitudinal beams. The two main longitudinal beams can be connected to one another by a plurality of cross beams. The plurality of cross members may be spaced apart from one another along a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle. Alternatively, the vehicle frame 12 can be designed, for example, as a lattice frame, for example, in the case of a configuration of the commercial vehicle as a truck or an omnibus.The utility vehicle 10 is electrically drivable. For example, the commercial vehicle 10 can be drivable by means of a central electric drive. The central electric drive can be arranged, for example, below the driver's cab and / or between the two main longitudinal beams of the vehicle frame 12. Alternatively, the utility vehicle 10 can be driven, for example, by means of a plurality of electric wheel hub drives or a plurality of electric drives close to the wheel.The utility vehicle 10 has a front axle 14, a rear axle 16, a side cladding 18 and a charging socket 20. Optionally, the utility vehicle 10 may include a fender 22, a fender 24, and / or a traction battery 26.The side cowl 18 is disposed between the front axle 14 and the rear axle 16. The side trim 18 lines a portion of a longitudinal side (e.g., driver's longitudinal side or passenger's longitudinal side) of the utility vehicle 10. Preferably, the side trim 18 lines substantially an entire portion of the longitudinal side of the utility vehicle 10 between the front axle 14 and the rear axle 16.The side cladding 18 may extend substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10. The side cladding is preferably arranged at the height of the front axle 14, the rear axle 16 and / or the vehicle frame 12. Preferably, the side cladding 18 is plate-shaped. Advantageously, the side cladding 18 is oriented vertically.The side cladding 18 can have, for example, an essentially plate-shaped crash structure for the targeted dissipation of crash energy. The crash structure can have, for example, a profiled shape, such as a honeycomb structure or wave profile, etc. Preferably, the crash structure may extend substantially across an entire height and / or length of the side panel 18.The charging socket 20 is designed for connecting an electrical charging cable, preferably for externally charging the traction battery 26. Preferably, the charging socket 20 is arranged behind the side cladding in a non-use position of the charging socket 20. Alternatively or additionally, the charging socket 20 can be arranged behind the side cladding in a normal position or use position or closed position of the side cladding 18. The charging socket 20 may be attached or supported to a fender support, the side panel 18, and / or the traction battery.The fender 22 may be associated with the front axle 14. The fender 22 can be supported by the fender support, which also supports the charging socket, for example. The fender 24 may be associated with the rear axle 16. The side cladding 18 can be arranged behind the fender 22 and / or in front of the fender 24 with respect to a forward direction of travel of the utility vehicle 10. The side trim 18 may be disposed between the fender 22 and the fender 24. The side trim 18 may extend from the fender 22 (e.g., adjacent thereto or with a clearance therebetween) to the fender 24 (e.g., adjacent thereto or with a clearance therebetween). It is possible for the side trim 18 to have a fender section for a wheel of the front axle 14. It is also possible for the side cladding 18 to have a fender section for a wheel of the rear axle 16.The traction battery 26 may be disposed hidden behind the side panel 18. For example, the traction battery 26 may be disposed between the vehicle frame 12 and the side panel 18 relative to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle 10. The traction battery 26 may be mounted to the vehicle frame 12, preferably on an outer longitudinal side of one of the main rails of the vehicle frame 12. the side trim 18 may be supported on the traction battery 26, preferably on a (e.g., longitudinal) side surface of the traction battery 26 that is directed away from the vehicle frame 12 and outward, respectively.The traction battery 26 may be disposed adjacent to the charging receptacle 20. Preferably, the traction battery 26 may be disposed behind or (e.g., directly) in front of the charging socket 20 with respect to a forward travel direction (e.g., directly). The traction battery 26 and the charging socket 20 may be aligned flush.In order to make the charging socket 20 accessible for connecting the electrical charging cable, the charging socket 20 and / or the side cladding 18 can be adjustable or movable, preferably displaceable or pivotable, e.g. completely, partially or in regions.Preferably, the charging socket 20 can be movable between a non-use position and a use position. In the non-use position, the charging socket 20 can preferably be arranged hidden behind the side cladding 18. In the use position, the charging socket 20 can be accessible for connecting the electrical charging cable.For example, the charging socket 20 may be pivotable about an axis that is substantially parallel to a vertical axis or to a longitudinal axis of the grooved vehicle 10. It is also possible for the charging socket 20 to be displaceable upwards or downwards in order to preferably project beyond an upper side or a lower side of the side cladding 18. The charging socket 20 can be attached to the side cladding 18 and can be movable, preferably displaceable or pivotable, together with the side cladding 18. The charging socket 20 can be displaceable substantially parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle 10.Preferably, the side cladding 18 can be movable between a use position or normal position or closed position and an open position or loading position. In the use position, the side panel 18 can conceal the charging socket 20. In the open position, the side panel 18 can make the charging socket 20 accessible for connecting the electric charging cable.For example, the side cladding 18 can be pivotable upwards or downwards, e.g. about an axis substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10. It is possible that a maximum pivot angle between the use position and the open position of the side cladding 18 is less than 45°, preferably less than 30°, particularly preferably less than 20°.Depending on how the side cladding 18 and / or the charging socket 20 is movable, the charging socket 20 can be configured for connecting the electric charging cable on an upper side, lower side, front side (with respect to the forward direction of travel), rear side (with respect to the forward direction of travel) and / or longitudinal outer side (with respect to the forward direction of travel) of the charging socket 20.Some particularly preferred exemplary embodiments for configuring the charging socket 20 and the side panel 18 are described below. These exemplary embodiments can be combined with one another. Each exemplary embodiment is illustrated with two figures xA and xB (x=2... 8). FIGS. XA each show a view of the charging socket 20 and the side panel 18 viewed in the direction opposite to the forward direction of travel. FIGS. XB each show a view of the charging socket 20 and the side panel 18 from above. In addition to FIG. 1, the electric charging cable 28 and the superstructure or semi-trailer 30 of the commercial vehicle 10 are also shown in each of the FIGS. XA. The body or semi-trailer 30 is disposed above the charging outlet 20 and the traction battery 26.FIGS. 2A and 2B show an exemplary embodiment in which the side cladding 18 is pivotable downward about an axis 32. The side panel 18 is pivotable downwardly from the use position to the open position. The axis 32 is parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwardly about an axis 34. The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwards from the non-use position to the use position (shown in dashed lines). The axis 34 is substantially parallel to a vertical axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging cable 28 is connectable to an upper side of the charging socket 20 when the side panel 18 is in the open position and the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 3A and 3B show an exemplary embodiment in which the side cladding 18 is pivotable downward about an axis 32. The side panel 18 is pivotable downwardly from the use position to the open position. The axis 32 is parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging socket 20 is attached to the side panel 18, preferably to a rear side of the side panel 18. In the use position of the side cladding 18, the charging socket 20 is in the non-use position. In the open position of the side cladding 18, the charging socket 20 is in the use position.The charging cable 28 is connectable to an upper side of the charging socket 20 when the side panel 18 is in the open position and the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 4A and 4B show an embodiment in which the side cladding 18 is pivotable downward about an axis 32. The side panel 18 is pivotable downwardly from the use position to the open position. The axis 32 is parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwards while maintaining its orientation. The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwards from the non-use position to the use position (shown in dashed lines). At least one pivot arm 36 may be provided. At one end of the pivot arm 36, the at least one pivot arm 36 is mounted pivotably about an axis 38. The axis 38 may be substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10. The axle 38 can be arranged fixed to the frame or fixed to the chassis. At an opposite end of the at least one pivot arm 36, the at least one pivot arm 36 supports the charging socket 20 pivotally about an axis 40. the axis 40 may be substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10. A maximum pivot angle of the at least one pivot arm 36 about the axis 38 can be, for example, ≤ 90°, preferably ≤ 45°.The charging cable 28 is connectable to an upper side, a front side or a rear side of the charging socket 20 when the side panel 18 is in the open position and the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 5A and 5B show an embodiment in which the side cladding 18 is pivotable downward about an axis 32. The side panel 18 is pivotable downwardly from the use position to the open position. The axis 32 is parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwardly about an axis 42. The charging socket 20 is pivotable outwards from the non-use position to the use position (shown in dashed lines). The axis 42 is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging cable 28 is connectable to an upper side of the charging socket 20 when the side panel 18 is in the open position and the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 6A and 6B show an embodiment in which the side trim 18 is fixedly attached.The charging socket 20 is displaceable upward, preferably substantially parallel to a vertical axis of the commercial vehicle 10. In the use position, the charging socket 20 protrudes beyond the side cladding 18.The charging cable 28 can be connected to a longitudinal side of the charging socket 20 when the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 7A and 7B show an embodiment in which the side cladding 18 is pivotable downward about an axis 32. The side panel 18 is pivotable downwardly from the use position to the open position. The axis 32 is parallel to a longitudinal axis of the utility vehicle 10.The charging socket 20 is displaceable outwards substantially parallel to a transverse axis of the utility vehicle 10. The charging socket 20 is displaceable outwards from the non-use position to the use position (illustrated by dashed lines), e.g. along a longitudinal guide or by means of a (e.g. telescopic) pull-out element.The charging cable 28 is connectable to an upper side, a front side or a rear side of the charging socket 20 when the side panel 18 is in the open position and the charging socket 20 is in the use position.FIGS. 8A and 8B show an embodiment in which the side trim 18 is fixedly attached. The side trim 18 includes an openable flap 44. The flap 44 can be pivoted, for example, upwards, downwards or to the side. The flap 44 is pivotable between a closed position and an open position. In the open position of the flap 44, the charging socket 20 is accessible for connecting the charging cable 28. In the closed position of the flap 44, the charging socket 20 is covered by the flap 44 and is not accessible.The invention is not limited to the preferred embodiments described above. Rather, a large number of variants and modifications are possible, which likewise make use of the inventive concept and therefore fall within the scope of protection. In particular, the invention also claims protection for the subject matter and the features of the subclaims independently of the related claims. In particular, the individual features of independent claim 1 are each disclosed independently of one another. In addition, the features of the dependent claims are also disclosed independently of all features of the independent claim 1 and, for example, independently of the features with respect to the presence and / or configuration of the front axle, the rear axle, the side cladding and / or the charging socket of the independent claim 1. All range details here are to be understood as being disclosed such that, as it were, all values falling within the respective range are disclosed individually, for example also as respectively preferred narrower outer limits of the respective range.List of reference characters10 Utility vehicle 12 Vehicle frame 14 Front axle 16 Rear axle 18 Side cladding 20 Charging socket 22 Fender 24 Fender 26 Traction battery 28 Electrical charging cable 30 Superstructure or trailer 32 Axle 34 Axle 36 Pivot arm 38 Axle 40 Axle 42 Axle 44 Flap

Claims

A commercial vehicle (10), preferably a lorry or bus, comprising: a front axle (14); a rear axle (16); a, preferably substantially plate-shaped, side cladding (18), which is arranged between the front axle (14) and the rear axle (16) and cladding a section of a longitudinal side of the commercial vehicle (10); and a charging socket (20) for connecting an electric charging cable (28), wherein the charging socket (20) is arranged hidden behind the side cladding (18); wherein: the charging socket (20) is displaceable upwards; and the charging socket (20) is configured such that the electric charging cable (28) can be connected to a transverse side of the charging socket (20) directed in a transverse direction of the commercial vehicle (10).The commercial vehicle (10) according to claim 1, wherein: the side cladding (18) substantially lines an entire portion of the longitudinal side of the commercial vehicle (10) between the front axle (14) and the rear axle (16); and / or the side cladding (18) is configured as a full side cladding.The commercial vehicle (10) according to claim 1 or claim 2, further comprising: a traction battery (26) arranged hidden behind the side cladding (18) and preferably next to the charging socket (20).The commercial vehicle (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising: a superstructure or semi-trailer (30) which covers the charging socket (20) from above and / or is arranged above the charging socket (20).The commercial vehicle (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the charging socket (20) is configured such that: the electrical charging cable (28) can be connected to an upper side or lower side of the charging socket (20); and / or the electrical charging cable (28) can be connected to a front side of the charging socket (20) directed in a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle (10); and / or the electrical charging cable (28) can be connected to a rear side of the charging socket (20) directed counter to a forward direction of travel of the commercial vehicle (10).

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