FIRST ELECTRIC 26T TRUCK MERCEDES URBAN E-TRUCK CONCEPT LKW FUSO CANTER E-CELL

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This video introduces the Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck concept, a heavy-duty electric truck designed for urban distribution. The reviewer highlights that this concept truck, with a total weight capacity of 26 tons and a projected range of up to 200 km, is based on the three-axle short-radius Mercedes-Benz distribution truck. While the final design remains under camouflage, the focus is on its purely electric powertrain, featuring three battery packs and electric motors integrated into the axle. Daimler anticipates strong customer demand and significant running cost savings compared to internal combustion engine trucks, estimating savings of around 7,000 EUR per 10,000 km. The interview with Sven Eners from product truck engineering reveals that key challenges include economics and range, with the target range of 200 km being met for typical urban distribution needs. The Fuso Canter E-Cell is mentioned as a smaller, proven electric truck that has undergone extensive testing. The Urban eTruck is slated for production readiness by 2020, with Daimler leveraging its extensive experience in truck manufacturing and powertrain integration to prepare for future competition, including potential autonomous and semi-autonomous features.