ies production. The eArocs 400 will go on sale in April 2026, with base vehicle production starting in Q3 2026 at the Mercedes-Benz Wörth am Rhein plant, Germany. The electric powertrain will be integrated by the Paul Group in Vilshofen an der Donau, Germany. The truck uses key components from the eActros range, including lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. It is at least 50% more energy-efficient than a comparable diesel truck. The vehicle ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

Mercedes-Benz Trucks delivers first eActros 600 in Chile On February 11, Mercedes-Benz Trucks announced the delivery of the first battery-electric long-haul trucks in Chile, marking the debut of the eActros 600 in the country. The first unit was handed over to Empresas Cavalieri, which will operate the truck for beverage transportation. Six additional units are scheduled for delivery in the coming weeks. The eActros 600 is equipped with three lit...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

ong performance with up to 340 kW in economy mode and 370 kW in power mode. Energy storage includes a 101 kWh high-voltage battery developed by Daimler Truck. It uses LFP battery technology and stores energy recovered during braking. The truck also uses the same efficient electric drive axle as the eActros 600, combined with a 4-speed transmission. High-voltage components, latest E/E architecture and series components including the aerodynamic Pr...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

Daimler Truck working on implementing Megawatt Charging System in Europe On January 20, Daimler Truck Europe announced that Mercedes-Benz Trucks is advancing the implementation of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for its battery-electric long-haul truck, the eActros 600. The company is conducting real-world testing with two MCS-compatible vehicles on a 2,400-kilometer route across Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, and Sweden to evalua...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

Daimler Truck begins series production of second-gen eActros 400 at Wörth plant, Germany On December 9, Daimler Truck started series production of the second-generation eActros 400 at its Wörth plant in early December 2025. The model is part of a broader rollout of new electric truck variants from the end of 2025, all based on the eActros 600 platform, which has been in production since late 2024. The new electric trucks are built on the existi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/09

Daimler Trucks introduces enhanced electronic platform to eActros 600 and Actros L On November 19, Mercedes-Benz Trucks, a business unit of Daimler Trucks, unveiled the two upgraded systems i.e., Active Brake Assist 6 Plus and Attention Assist 2, will be available from February 2026. The company is now showing its latest technology in the new Safety Truck. Mercedes-Benz Trucks has added a new electronics platform to the eActros 600 and Actros L, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Daimler Trucks and Amazon launch Mercedes Benz eActros 600 fleet in UK On November 11, Daimler Trucks announced that it is assisting Amazon in modernizing its parcel delivery operations in Great Britain. Earlier this year, Amazon placed its largest global electric truck order i.e. over 200 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600s for Germany and UK. The first of these trucks are now on the road in UK, supporting Amazon’s goal to reduce emissions in its logis...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

Mercedes Benz Trucks conducts crash tests for eActros 600 to enhance safety On November 3, Mercedes Benz Trucks announced that its accident research team conducted real-world crash tests of eActos 600. In a recent side-impact test in Neumünster, the eActros 600’s high-voltage battery and electrical systems remained intact despite heavy impact. The cab’s reinforced structure and energy absorption zones effectively redirect forces in crashes. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/03

Mercedes-Benz Trucks unveils new eActros 400 EV Truck On September 30, Mercedes-Benz Trucks presented the eActros 400, a new battery-electric truck variant based on the eActros 600 technology, during an event in Molsheim, France. The eActros 400 will come with two battery packs and the eActros 600 with three, available as either a semitrailer tractor or a platform chassis for different purposes, ranges, and payloads. The new eActros 400 has two 2...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

Daimler Trucks to unveil expanded second-generation eActros 600 lineup On September 23, Daimler Trucks announced that it will showcase the expanded lineup of its second-generation electric eActros on September 30, 2025. The range is based on the eActros 600, which will now include more options such as semitrailer tractors, flatbed chassis with different wheelbases, two-battery models, and new L-cab variants of the Actros. All versions feature mod...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

Mercedes-Benz successfully completes long-distance test with eActros 400 truck in Brazil On July 28, Mercedes-Benz Brazil announced the successful completion of a long-distance test with the battery-electric eActros 400 truck. The vehicle traveled 442 km between São Bernardo do Campo and São João do Meriti, along the Via Dutra highway, without intermediate charging, arriving with 30% battery remaining. The test showcased the highest range reco...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

Daimler Truck receives order of total 75 eActros 600 Trucks from Simon Loos, Netherlands On July 11, Daimler Truck delivered the eActros 600 e-trucks in the Netherlands to logistics provider Simon Loos. Two trucks are now being used for retail deliveries. Simon Loos has ordered 75 eActros 600s, doubling its electric truck fleet. The eActros 600 is built for long-distance transport. It features three battery packs with a total capacity of 621 kWh,...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

Daimler Truck launches Remote 3.0 app for smart truck connectivity On May 22, Daimler Truck announced that the new Mercedes-Benz Trucks Remote 3.0 app now connects truck drivers to their vehicles through their smartphones. It lets drivers check key vehicle functions and sends push notifications for urgent messages—ideal for long-distance trips across countries. The app is now available for the eActros 600 and will be rolled out for the Actros L...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Daimler Truck expands electric lineup with new eActros 600 variants On May 13, Daimler Truck announced that it is expanding its electric truck lineup with new versions of the eActros 600, designed for heavy-duty long-distance transport. These new models will keep the key features of the second-generation eActros, including advanced drive technology and high energy efficiency. The eActros 600 includes an in-house developed electric axle, durable l...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Daimler Truck's CharterWay to add 100 electric trucks to fleet in 2025 On January 16, Daimler Truck announced that its subsidiary CharterWay brand would offer flexible rental solutions for logistics, with a fleet of around 6,000 vehicles. In 2025, more than 100 electric trucks i.e. eActros 600 will be added to the fleet. Since early 2025, CharterWay has been part of Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS), replacing its previous status as a subsi...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Amazon places order for over 200 Mercedes Benz eActros 600 On January 14, Daimler Truck announced that Amazon has placed its largest-ever order for over 200 Mercedes Benz eActros 600. It is the largest electric truck order in Mercedes Benz Trucks' history. The trucks will operate on Amazon’s high-mileage middle-mile network, moving cargo between fulfillment centers, sort centers, and delivery stations. Over 140 trucks will be deployed in the UK...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/14

namics, and economical engines, delivering up to 3% fuel savings. Enhanced driving dynamics, quieter operation, and better acceleration on inclines further improve efficiency and comfort. The Wörth plant's flexible production line enables simultaneous assembly of diesel trucks and battery-electric eActros 600 models. Based on Daimler Truck press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

Mercedes Benz eActros 600 begins first deliveries in Germany with Government Support On December 9, Daimler Truck announced that it has begun delivering the eActros 600 to customers in Germany, following its series launch at the Wörth plant in late November 2024. About 50 trucks will be handed over by year-end, with initial deliveries supported by government funding from the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport within Germany. Early produc...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/10

Daimler Truck starts series production of eActros 600 at Wörth plant in Germany On November 22, Daimler Truck announced the start of series production of the eActros 600, its third battery-electric truck model, at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth, Germany. This marks the first electric truck from Wörth assembled entirely within one production hall. The eActros 600 will be manufactured on the existing assembly line of the Wörth A-series produc...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/23

Daimler Truck begins production of key components for eActros 600 at Gaggenau, Kassel, and Mannheim plants On November 19, Daimler Truck announced that it will start series production of the eActros 600 at the Wörth plant on November 22, 2024. Production of its components has already begun at the Gaggenau, Kassel, and Mannheim plants. Mannheim plant assembles the front box, and the Gaggenau plant makes transmission parts like shafts and wheels. ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/19