Amazon has begun using 50 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks in its German logistics network. With 27 already delivered and the rest expected by year’s end, the trucks are carrying goods on Amazon’s basic distribution routes across the country, not running a test. Both Amazon and Mercedes-Benz Trucks say more than 50 eActros 600 trucks will be in regular service on German roads by the end of 2026, expanding electric heavy-duty transport.
The eActros 600 is built for medium-haul logistics. Each truck has a 621 kWh battery made up of three lithium iron phosphate modules and can travel about 500 kilometers on a single charge. Mercedes-Benz designed the trucks for quick charging during required driver breaks. That allows a vehicle to cover more than 1,000 kilometers in a workday, comparable to the performance of many diesel trucks. Mercedes-Benz Trucks and industry reports provide these specifications.
Amazon Europe newsroom says its contract for more than 200 eActros 600 trucks for Amazon in Germany and the UK is the company’s largest electric truck order to date.
Amazon’s investment is part of a broader effort to cut emissions across its European transport network. The company has set aside more than 400 million euros for Germany, investing in logistics upgrades that include vehicles and charging stations. Amazon describes the investment as a basic part of its plan to modernize and reduce the carbon footprint of its European operations. The company has also announced plans to roll out hundreds of truck charging points across Europe to support regular operations.
The eActros 600 trucks will handle the “middle mile,” moving large shipments from Amazon’s basic logistics centers to regional hubs near major cities. Smaller vehicles then take over for last-mile delivery. Amazon and outside analysts say this focus can connect major logistics points efficiently while lowering emissions.
The German rollout follows an earlier agreement between Amazon and Mercedes-Benz to supply more than 200 eActros 600 trucks for the UK. By expanding to Germany, the companies are extending electric heavy transport across Europe’s busiest freight routes. Reports from Amazon and industry media say about 140 of the trucks are headed to the UK and around 50 to Germany.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks began production of the eActros 600 at its Wörth plant in late 2024, positioning it as the company’s flagship electric long-haul truck. Steady deliveries to clients such as Amazon show electric heavy-duty trucks entering real-world service. Amazon’s adoption also signals that the technology is moving beyond the prototype stage.
Other tech companies are also eyeing the European electric vehicle market. Xiaomi, for example, has announced plans for Germany, but Amazon’s move stands out for its scale and speed. The company is investing heavily now, seeking both environmental and business benefits.
For Amazon, moving goods efficiently with lower emissions offers a competitive edge as regulations tighten and customers expect more sustainable options. Each successful delivery also helps Mercedes-Benz build its reputation in zero-emission freight. The test is whether these trucks can meet the reliability and cost requirements of large logistics companies. If they do, diesel’s days in European road freight could be numbered.
