Mercedes-Benz Trucks has released operational data from its battery-electric truck fleet, saying the results demonstrate that electric heavy-duty vehicles can support a growing range of logistics operations, from regional shuttle services to international long-haul transport.
The company currently operates around 80 battery-electric trucks within its own production network, including second-generation eActros models, and said the fleet has collectively traveled more than six million kilometers.
Electric Trucks Expand Role in Factory Logistics
Mercedes-Benz Trucks said battery-electric vehicles now handle approximately 30% of inbound transport routes serving its Wörth am Rhein assembly plant.
The manufacturer aims to gradually electrify inbound logistics across its four German production sites in Wörth, Gaggenau, Kassel and Mannheim for transport operations under its direct responsibility.
Between November 2025 and March 2026, the company analyzed telemetry data from 15 trucks, covering more than 3,000 journeys and 3,100 charging sessions to evaluate real-world performance.
Long-Haul Routes Show Operational Potential
One route studied involved logistics company Seifert, which operates between Wörth am Rhein and Bielefeld using an eActros 600 with an average gross vehicle weight of 36 tonnes.
According to Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the vehicle averages around 600 kilometers per day, with roughly half of its charging carried out at public charging stations.
The company said the truck consumes an average of 100 kWh per 100 kilometers during winter months and generates more than €4,000 in monthly toll savings while reducing annual carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by approximately 90 tonnes.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks concluded that demanding long-distance freight routes can already be operated reliably using existing public charging infrastructure while remaining economically competitive when total cost of ownership is considered.
Shuttle Operations Reduce Downtime
The company also highlighted operations by Logistik Schmitt on a shuttle route between Germersheim and Wörth am Rhein.
The electric truck completes eight daily trips covering a total of 352 kilometers with an average gross weight of 30 tonnes.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks said charging is integrated into loading and unloading activities, eliminating additional charging downtime. The route delivers more than €2,300 in monthly toll savings and reduces annual carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by approximately 56 tonnes.
According to the manufacturer, three eActros trucks have replaced diesel vehicles on the route.
International Transport Tested
Italian logistics company FERCAM also operates an eActros 600 between South Tyrol and Wörth am Rhein, covering approximately 600 kilometers daily with loads of up to 42 tonnes.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks said the vehicle averaged energy consumption of 92 kWh per 100 kilometers between November and February, benefiting from regenerative braking on mountainous terrain.
The company estimated annual emissions savings of about 90 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, alongside monthly toll savings of approximately €3,900.
Charging Infrastructure Remains Key
Mercedes-Benz Trucks said depot charging, partner-operated semi-public charging facilities and public charging hubs are emerging as the three main charging solutions supporting commercial electric truck operations.
While the company said many transport applications can already be served using existing charging infrastructure, it added that broader deployment will require further expansion of public charging networks.
New Electric Truck Variants Planned
Mercedes-Benz Trucks continues to expand its electric truck lineup based on its second-generation platform.
Alongside the eActros 600 and eActros 400, the company recently introduced a Lowliner variant designed for high-volume freight transport. The model will be available with either two or three battery packs.
Orders for the Lowliner are expected to open during the third quarter of 2026 across European markets, with series production scheduled to begin at the Wörth plant in the second quarter of 2027.