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Daimler Truck AGBy Alternative Propulsion

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Previews eActros Lowliner, NextGenH2 Truck, and World Tour at IAA 2026

Mercedes-Benz Trucks will showcase a battery-electric lowliner, a hydrogen fuel-cell truck, and a globe-spanning eActros 600 expedition at the IAA Transportation 2026.

eActros 600 range
500 km
eActros 400 Lowliner max payload
24 tonnes
NextGenH2 Truck range
over 1,000 km

What Happened

At IAA Transportation 2026 in September, Mercedes-Benz Trucks will present key next steps in the transformation of road freight transport toward alternative drivetrains. The focus is on the new eActros Lowliner, which expands the battery-electric portfolio for high-volume applications. Additionally, the 'Elektrotrucker' will start an around-the-world journey in an eActros 600, and logistics provider Dachser will become the first customer for the hydrogen NextGenH2 Truck.

Key Milestones for Mercedes-Benz Trucks at IAA 2026

  1. September 2026

    IAA Transportation 2026: eActros Lowliner, NextGenH2 Truck, and world tour start

  2. Q3 2026

    eActros Lowliner order start in EU30 and additional markets

  3. End of 2026

    Small series of ~100 NextGenH2 Trucks planned

  4. End of December 2026

    Dachser first NextGenH2 Truck deployed from Karlsruhe

  5. Q2 2027

    eActros Lowliner production begins at Wörth am Rhein

eActros 600 Range

500 kmkm

With three battery packs and a gross combination weight of 40 tons, the eActros 600 achieves 500 km without intermediate charging.

“130 years ago, our founding father Gottlieb Daimler invented the truck. For us, 130 years of trucks mean responsibility to actively shape the future of transport, moving forward with the right technologies and solutions that create real value in our customers' day-to-day operations.”
— Achim Puchert, CEO Mercedes-Benz Trucks

Why this matters

The announcements highlight the company's commitment to multiple zero-emission technologies and real-world testing, offering fleet operators more options for reducing CO2 in long-haul transport.

Terms in This Story

Lowliner
A tractor unit with a low fifth-wheel height to allow trailers with increased interior space for volume-intensive goods.
Fuel cell
A device that converts hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, emitting only water vapor, used to power electric motors.
LFP battery
Lithium iron phosphate battery, a type of lithium-ion battery known for long life and safety, used in the eActros.
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