Daimler Truck: eActros 600 Test Trucks at the Northernmost Destination

The two electric trucks of the "eActros 600 European Testing Tour 2024" by Mercedes-Benz Trucks have reached their northernmost destination after covering 4,436 kilometers purely on battery power and 12 days: the North Cape in Norway, the northernmost point in Europe accessible by road from the mainland. The two production-closer prototypes of the new eActros 600 electric flagship had started in Frankfurt am Main on June 11th to undertake the largest test drive in the company's history. During the test tour, the two e-trucks are expected to drive through more than 20 European countries, covering over 13,000 kilometers each with a total train weight of 40 tons. Other highlights of the trip include the southernmost point of the European mainland: Tarifa in Spain.

480 kilometers through Norway

In Norway, the longest route of the tour so far was driven with a single battery charge, predominantly on country roads with challenging topography. It had a length of 480 kilometers – and the trucks still had a residual range of 30 kilometers. Even in strong winds and rainy weather, the two eActros 600 prototypes consistently covered their kilometers reliably.

Experiences on Diverse Routes

Mercedes-Benz Trucks aims to gather extensive experiences on the most diverse routes, across various topographies and climate zones, with a focus on energy consumption, through the "eActros 600 European Testing Tour 2024". The manufacturer intends to subsequently share these insights with interested customers.