Six fully electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks will replace diesel-powered vehicles within XPO Logistics’ core distribution fleet for PepsiCo.
The move will enable more than one million kilometres (620,000 miles) per year to be driven with zero emissions.
The switch is projected to eliminate more than 1,200 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually - a significant step in PepsiCo’s journey toward net zero by 2050.
The transition is supported by XPO Logistics’ AI-driven CO₂ reporting dashboard that allows real-time tracking and optimisation of carbon savings. This tool complements the eActros deployment by providing actionable insights to improve logistics efficiency and further reduce emissions.
Dan Myers, managing director for the UK and Ireland at XPO Logistics, said: “Sustainability is in our DNA, so we are proud to partner with PepsiCo and Mercedes-Benz Trucks on this journey, combining investment in electric mobility with advanced technology and operational excellence.”
Andrew Smethurst, UK logistics director at PepsiCo, added: “This new partnership with XPO Logistics will play a vital role in further reducing our logistics emissions as we move iconic products like Walkers crisps and Doritos to our customers across the UK.”
The Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 is equipped with three battery packs providing a total capacity of 621kWh – around 10 times the amount of a typical electric family car – giving a real-world range of around 500km (310 miles) per charge.
“We are very proud to strengthen our partnership further with XPO Logistics for this order of our award-winning eActros 600s,” said Heiko Selzam, managing director of Daimler Truck UK. “This commitment underscores the recognition by both companies of the critical role these vehicles play in achieving their sustainability goals.
“We are looking forward to seeing these trucks operational this month.”
Vehicles were ordered through sales consultant Rob Dale at Saga Truck and Van. Nicola Dainter-Kemsley, key account manager at Daimler Truck UK, said: “Working with a partner like XPO Logistics, which shares our ambition to shape the future of sustainable heavy haulage transportation, is an honour.
“Thanks to the XPO Logistics and Saga Truck and Van teams for making this milestone possible.”
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