Mercedes Benz Electric Trucks: EV eActros (2021-), EV eActros 300/ 400 (2021-), EV eActros Longhaul/eActros 600 (2024-), EV eArocs 400 (2026-planning); Mercedes Benz Special Trucks: Econic (2003-), Unimog (2002-), Zetros (2009-), EV eEconic Low floor truck (2022-); Mercedes-Benz FCV Trucks: FCV NextGenH2 (2030-planning); Heavy and special truck assembly plant - Number of Employees: approx. 10,000 (as of February 2026) - Founded in 1963 Mercede...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/23

supply chain studies for future series production. Key components will be produced at German facilities, including Kassel (electric drive axle), Mannheim (Tech Tower), and Gaggenau (fuel cell systems). Final assembly will occur at the Wörth plant, Germany. The trucks are based on the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which is slated for customer operations by late 2026. On November 19, Daimler Truck announced that it will unveil the eActros 600 at the W...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/09

supply chain studies for future series production. Key components will be produced at German facilities, including Kassel (electric drive axle), Mannheim (Tech Tower), and Gaggenau (fuel cell systems). Final assembly will occur at the Wörth plant, Germany. The trucks are based on the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which is slated for customer operations by late 2026. On November 19, Daimler Truck announced that it will unveil the eActros 600 at the W...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/09

Daimler Truck unveils NextGenH2 hydrogen truck On January 26, Daimler Truck introduced Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck, a new hydrogen-powered truck. As part of a small production run, 100 trucks will be built at the Wörth plant, Germany and will begin real-world use with customers from late 2026. The new model builds on the strengths of the first GenH2 Truck. It still uses liquid hydrogen, allowing driving ranges of over 1,000 km with a full load...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

several technologies by Daimler can be directly applied to Fuso vehicles. Both models are 6x2, and there is no indication of how they will accommodate the popular 6x4 format.   The H2FC incorporates the latest technology that Mercedes-Benz and Daimler Truck have been developing for years in their GenH2 test vehicle. The sLH2 technology was previously presented in the following report.   Hydrogen Engines - Practical examples and development sta...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Daimler Truck begins second test phase for Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Fuel-Cell trucks with new industry partners On November 13, Daimler Truck announced that it is starting the second test phase for Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel-cell trucks with 5 new partner companies i.e. Hornbach, Reber Logistik, Teva Germany (ratiopharm), Rhenus, and DHL Supply Chain. The aim is to test the trucks in different industries and real-world situations, and to use the results...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

supply chain studies for future series production. Key components will be produced at German facilities, including Kassel (electric drive axle), Mannheim (Tech Tower), and Gaggenau (fuel cell systems). Final assembly will occur at the Wörth plant, Germany. The trucks are based on the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which is slated for customer operations by late 2026. On November 19, Daimler Truck announced that it will unveil the eActros 600 at the W...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/06

e Neu-Ulm Plant. On September 9, Daimler Buses announced that it is testing its first hydrogen-powered touring coach, the Setra H2 Coach. The company plans to launch battery-electric coaches by the end of the decade and fuel cell models afterward. The H2 Coach uses technology from the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which can travel at least 800 km on one tank. The model S 517 HD is 13.9 m long coach equipped with two hydrogen tanks holding 46 kg of f...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/04

supply chain studies for future series production. Key components will be produced at German facilities, including Kassel (electric drive axle), Mannheim (Tech Tower), and Gaggenau (fuel cell systems). Final assembly will occur at the Wörth plant, Germany. The trucks are based on the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which is slated for customer operations by late 2026. On November 19, Daimler Truck announced that it will unveil the eActros 600 at the W...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Fuel Cell trucks complete 10,000 km extreme testing in Switzerland On September 18, Daimler Truck announced that it has completed summer testing of four next-gen Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel cell trucks. The Valais region, Switzerland, provided tough conditions with steep mountain passes (600–2,478 m), midsummer heat above 35°C, and thin air, which is perfect for pushing the trucks’ cooling and performance systems to the limi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Daimler Buses begins road tests of hydrogen-powered Setra Coach for long-distance travel On September 9, Daimler Buses announced that it is testing its first hydrogen-powered touring coach, the Setra H2 Coach. The company plans to launch battery-electric coaches by the end of the decade and fuel cell models afterward. The H2 Coach uses technology from the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which can travel at least 800 km on one tank. The model S 517 HD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

system cellcentric signs land acquisition agreement for fuel cell system plant in Germany cellcentric presents NextGen fuel cell system for heavy-duty road transport at ACT Expo, US cellcentric presents latest generation of fuel cell technology at Hannover Messe 2023 Daimler Truck sets record with GenH2 truck on 1,047 km with one fill of hydrogen liquid Volvo and Daimler sign binding agreement for fuel-cell joint venture Daimler Truck AG and Vol...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Daimler Truck expands EV lineup, plans hydrogen truck trials with 100 GenH2 units by 2026 On June 23, Daimler Truck announced that it is investing significantly in EVs and sees hydrogen as a key addition to battery-powered options. The company now has 11 battery-electric models in production worldwide. Hydrogen powered trucks are expected to be introduced in the near future. Five companies are currently testing the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck proto...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Mercedes Benz GenH2 fuel cell trucks undergo tough Swiss winter testing On March 24, Daimler Truck announced that it is recently developing prototypes of the next-generation Mercedes Benz GenH2 fuel cell truck and recently tested them under extreme winter conditions at Simplon Pass, Switzerland. These tests provided valuable insights into the performance of the liquid hydrogen-powered trucks in cold temperatures and steep terrains. The tests focu...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

Mercedes-Benz eIntouro intercity bus, with customer deliveries set for 2026. In Latin America, the articulated variant of the battery-electric bus chassis eO500U was presented with series production scheduled in 2026.  Daimler Truck started initial customer trials of its hydrogen-powered fuel cell GenH2 Trucks and entered the next development phase. Strategic partnerships such as the Joint Venture between Daimler Truck and the Volvo Group to dev...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/15

omponents will be produced at German facilities, including Kassel (electric drive axle) and Gaggenau (fuel cell systems). The Mannheim plant will be handling fuel cell research in its “Tech Tower.” Final assembly will occur at the Wörth plant, Germany. The trucks are based on the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which is slated for customer operations by late 2026. The EU Commission recognized Daimler Truck's use of liquid hydrogen as an innovation...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/19

IAA Transportation 2024: Alternative fuel vehicles for logistics BYD, Tesla, and European major commercial vehicle OEMs Summary BYD: World premiere of E-VALI light commercial vehicle and European premiere of EYT2.0 electric yard tractor Tesla: Semi BEV truck’s debut in Europe Stellantis: World premiere of the Opel Movano HYDROGEN Daimler Truck: eActros 600 BEV truck, GenH2 Truck equipped with fuel cell system, Actros L with ProCabin Volkswagen ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/11/05

IAA Transportation 2024: Daimler Trucks to start mass production of eActros 600 and launch TruckCharge brand in Europe On September 15, Daimler Trucks announced that it will be showcasing the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, the new Actros L, FUSO eCanter, and the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 at IAA Transportation 2024, in Hannover, Germany. The eActros 600 features a battery capacity of over 600 kWh and a new electric drive axle, offering a range of 500 km on...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/16

acuum-insulated, and each has a capacity of 44 kilograms of LH2. This amount allows a range of more than 1000 km. A special valve system, designed for extremely low temperatures, enables safe refueling and a reliable supply of hydrogen to the fuel cell. It is already being used on the Mercedes Benz GenH2 truck.  Based on SAG Group press release ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/02

Daimler Truck begins customer testing of GenH2 Fuel Cell Trucks in Germany On July 25, Daimler Truck announced that it has begun testing of five Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel cell trucks with Air Products, Amazon, Holcim, INEOS, and Wiedmann & Winz at its development center in Wörth am Rhein. The one-year test phase allows customers to experience fuel cell trucks in practical transport scenarios. Daimler Truck is advancing to the next phase of fuel c...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/26