Daimler Truck Unveils Electric eActros LongHaul Truck At IAA 

Globally renowned truck manufacturer, Daimler Truck unveils a concept prototype of their electric truck at the press conference ahead of the IAA. The series production of their electric truck, the eActros LongHaul which has a range capacity of 500 kilometres on a single battery charge, and is capable of megawatt charging is set to begin in 2024. 

At the event, they also showcased their battery-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 in a tractor version which is meant for flexible heavy-duty distribution transport. In addition to these electric trucks, Daimler also announces their battery-electric Mercedes-Benz eAtego for the medium-duty segment. 

The brand is also presenting the light-duty, battery-electric FUSO Next Generation eCanter at the IAA, celebrating its European premiere at IAA Transportation just two weeks after its world premiere. Further, the brand mentioned that by 2030, its commercial vehicles that are CO2-neutral in driving operation should account for up to 60 per cent of Daimler Truck sales in EU30 markets. 

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The brand has also promised that its bus range will also go fully electric to achieve the goal of a completely CO2-neutral vehicle portfolio at least by 2030. In addition to the battery-electric Mercedes-Benz eCitaro, which has been in series production since 2018, Daimler Buses plans to launch the first all-electric inter-city bus from 2025.

Martin Daum, CEO of Daimler Truck mentioned, "Since the last IAA four years ago we have moved forward at full speed with the transition to CO2-neutral transport. This year we already have eight pure battery-electric series-production vehicles in our portfolio. However, it’s not enough just to offer the right vehicles. Our customers also need suitable infrastructure. We are active here at a wide variety of levels. For a rapid build-up, it is essential that the entire industry and governments pull together."

Karin Radstrom, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Trucks also added, "We are continuously expanding our portfolio of battery-electric trucks. Our focus is on offering clear advantages to our customers. Therefore, our electric trucks are specifically designed for e-mobility, giving them better drivability, energy efficiency and durability."

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Karl Deppen, CEO of Daimler Truck Asia: "At FUSO, we are frontrunners in the electrification of commercial vehicles. Since the introduction of the small-series FUSO eCanter five years ago, we gained extensive experience and valuable feedback from customers running the trucks in daily operations. With the Next Generation eCanter, we are now offering our customers tailor-made e-Mobility solutions for a broad range of applications. By taking the next step extending our product portfolio and entering large-scale production we continue to lead the sustainable transportation of the future."

Till Oberworder, CEO of Daimler Buses: "We have already achieved a lot in terms of electrification with our eCitaro and the respective services including infrastructure, construction, IT solutions and training. In addition to the continuous advancement of our eCitaro, inter-city buses and coaches are now the focus of our development activities. For this, we have defined a clear roadmap."

Thus, you are reading the latest news of the Daimler Electric Truck and IAA event. 

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