Mercedes-Benz’s eActros 600 has become the first electric lorry to drive from John O’Groats to Land’s End, achieving 1,378km in just over 24 hours, stopping only three times to recharge. The “record achievement”, Mercedes says, proves the viability of an electric HGV to cover long distances. The challenge supported Globe Truckers UK, a mental and physical health charity for drivers.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks set off from John O’Groats on Wednesday 3rd December, arriving a day later at Land’s End. The lorry stopped at Sterling, Sandbach, and Exeter for recharging, demonstrating “not only the long-distance capability, efficiency and technology of the new eActros 600, but also the growing potential for sustainable, fully-electric heavy-duty transport,” according to Mercedes-Benz.
With an average efficiency of 1.175 km/kWh, the 39.5 tonne eActros managed a range of 510km (318 miles) on a single charge. Mercedes says it was “powered exclusively by fully renewable electricity,” and saved 1.22kg of CO₂ per mile driven, totalling 1,042kg. This is equivalent to over three years of an average UK household’s carbon footprint from electricity.
With an average efficiency of 1.175 km/kWh, the truck achieved a range of 510 km on a single charge. The 39.5 tonne eActros 600 was powered exclusively by fully renewable electricity and saved 1.22 kg of CO₂ per mile driven – amounting to a total reduction of 1,042 kg. This saving is equivalent to more than three years of an average UK household’s electricity-related CO₂ footprint.
The “milestone” supported Globe Truckers UK, a charity which helps drivers affected by injury, as well as promoting mental health in the trucking community. Click the link to make a donation.
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