Electric eActros 600 powers the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team’s green push
Formula One logistics by Kyle Davy, EV Specialist,Fleetmaxx Solutions Ipswich
The future of heavy-duty transport is already here – and it’s electric.
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team has become the first in F1 history to complete a long-haul logistics journey using a fully electric HGV. Their Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 transported the team’s W16 race cars a remarkable 673km from Brackley, Northamptonshire, to Zandvoort in Holland for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix.
This landmark achievement isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about proving that long-distance, zero-emission haulage is possible today.
A milestone in motorsport logistics
The eActros 600, crowned International Truck of the Year 2025, boasts:
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A class-leading range of over 500km per charge
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Rapid megawatt charging – 20% to 80% in just 25 minutes
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A 600kWh lithium-ion phosphate battery built for efficiency and endurance
On this journey, the truck’s energy consumption was so efficient that it could have completed the trip on a single charge. Powered entirely by renewable energy at a Milence truck charging hub, the eActros stood out amongst the diesel-powered transporters of other F1 teams.
Building on HVO100 success
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS team has been at the forefront of greener logistics since 2022, when it began powering its trucks and generators with HVO100 biofuel – saving over 500 tonnes of emissions in a single season.
The move to integrate electric HGVs demonstrates the team’s determination to go even further in reducing its carbon footprint. As Alice Ashpitel, Head of Sustainability at Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS, put it:
“As a team, our commitment to sustainability means that we rethink how we move, not just how we race. While we are driven by performance on track, we are incredibly proud that our innovations travel beyond the grid.”
Why this matters for the wider industry
This journey is more than a headline – it’s a proof point. It shows that range anxiety is becoming a thing of the past.
Ash Armstrong, eConsultancy Manager at Daimler Truck UK, summed it up perfectly:
“It just goes to show that the era of electrification is upon us and range anxiety is no longer an issue.”
For businesses running fleets, the message is clear: electric heavy goods transport is not a distant dream. It’s happening now.
Fleetmaxx Solutions and the road ahead
Here at Fleetmaxx Solutions, we’re proud to help UK businesses prepare for this new era of transport. Our MaxxEV range of products makes it simple for drivers to charge on the go – whether it’s through the Shell Recharge card or the Rightcharge EV card.
We’re also excited to see infrastructure keeping pace. Our partner Shell recently launched the UK’s first dedicated electric truck charging point at Markham Moor Truck Stop in Nottinghamshire – a significant milestone for the future of eHGV transport.
This isn’t just about new charging technology. It’s about changing the way fleets move goods, cut costs, and reduce emissions. Just like Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, UK businesses can take real, practical steps towards a cleaner, electric future.
Shell Recharge Charge Card: powering your electric fleet
With the Shell Recharge RFID card, your drivers can conveniently access over 11,000 UK charging points, including more than 2,500 rapid chargers. That means 90% of all UK drivers are within a 10-minute drive of a Shell rapid charging location.
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One card, one app – no more juggling multiple charging solutions
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Combine EV charging and traditional fuel costs on a single, simple invoice
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Reduce fossil fuel expenses by up to 10p per litre with Fleetmaxx Solutions’ fuel card pricing
Charging your fleet has never been easier, faster, or more efficient.
Rightcharge: simple EV charging at home and on the road
Designed for businesses managing fleets of EVs and plug-in hybrids, the Rightcharge EV card brings total visibility and control to your charging costs.
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Access over 61,000 connectors across 39 public networks in the UK
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Manage home and public charging costs with one clear, consolidated monthly invoice
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Simplify employee reimbursement for home charging while keeping admin to a minimum
Rightcharge ensures you have complete oversight of your fleet’s EV charging, wherever your drivers plug in.
The takeaway
The success of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 in Formula One logistics proves one thing: the transition to electric road transport is well underway. At Fleetmaxx Solutions, we’re here to make that transition easier, with EV charge cards, infrastructure support, and fleet cost reduction expertise.
If you’re ready to explore EV solutions for your business, get in touch with us today at 03302 320 220 – and let’s drive the future together.
