- Range: Up to 310 miles
- Battery Capacity: Just over 600 kWh
- Charging:
- Current: 400 kW with CCS cables
- Future: Megawatt Charging System (MCS)
- Potential Range: Over 621 miles per day with recharging and driver swaps
- Charging Time: 20% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes
- Weight: Gross combination weight of 40 tons
- Middle-Mile Network: Will transport goods between Amazon’s sort centers, delivery stations, and fulfillment centers.
- Deployment: Over 140 trucks in the UK and 50 in Germany.
Amazon, primarily known for using Rivian-made vans for last-mile delivery, is now venturing into large-scale electric vehicle use. The eActros trucks set a new standard in profitability for fleet operators and are predicted to replace many diesel trucks in the long-distance transport sector.
- Home Base Charging: Trucks will charge overnight at Amazon facilities.
- Corridor Development: Collaborations are underway to establish charging routes in Germany and the UK, connecting major industrial hubs.
While the electric semi-truck market is still in its early stages, the implementation of charging infrastructure remains costly and presents a significant challenge. In the US, EV adoption is expected to begin with smaller cargo vans and medium-duty trucks before scaling up to long-haul semis.
Amazon’s massive order is not only its largest to date but also the largest for electric Mercedes-Benz trucks, signaling a transformative step towards sustainable logistics solutions.
In summary, Amazon is poised to lead a shift in the logistics industry with its substantial investment in electric trucks, aligning its operations with the future of sustainable transportation.
