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Incredibly cheap kilometer: Mercedes e-Actros 10 euros/100 km

In an exclusive test for Vrele Gume, for the first time in the region, we are testing the capabilities of an electric truck in real operating conditions. The Mercedes eActros took on the task of distributing Rosa water, and the result exceeded expectations – the record for economy on the given transport route was broken.

During the test, we analyze the actual energy consumption, range under load, performance in everyday operation and total operating costs. In addition to the truck itself, we also check the charging infrastructure – how long does charging take, how much does it cost and whether the charging network is ready for the electrification of heavy transport.

This is not a laboratory experiment but a real work task in which the Mercedes eActros performs the job it was designed for every day. Can electric trucks replace diesel in regional transport and what future awaits us on the roads?

Achieving a cost of around €10 per 100 km with the Mercedes-Benz eActros is entirely feasible, provided the vehicle is charged with low-cost business electricity tariffs (around €0.08 to €0.10 per kWh). The actual energy consumption of the electric truck directly validates this estimate, generating massive savings when compared to conventional diesel.

1. Understanding consumption calculation...To understand how this €10/100 km figure is supported, it is necessary to analyze the vehicle's energy efficiency under real transport conditions:

Real Average Consumption: In long-distance European tests with a full load of 40 tons, the eActros 600 recorded an average of 103 kWh per 100 km.

Required kWh Price: For these 103 kWh to cost exactly €10, the price of energy needs to be €0.097 per kWh.

This electricity tariff value is standard for industries and fleet operators in Europe who charge trucks slowly in their own garages (Overnight Charging) or use long-term subsidized renewable energy contracts.

2. Direct comparison: electric vs. diesel...The great commercial advantage of the eActros becomes evident when we put the operating cost side by side with an equivalent traditional model from Mercedes-Benz Trucks:

Criterion	Mercedes-Benz eActros (Electric)	Standard Heavy Truck (Diesel)
Fuel consumption p/100 km	~100 kWh	~26 to 30 Liters
Average Unit Price	€0.10 per kWh (Business Deposit)	€1.60 per Liter (Diesel pump)
Cost per 100 km	~€10,00	~€41,60 a €48,00

3. Factors that alter this cost...Although the €10/100 km mark is perfectly attainable, the actual cost fluctuates based on three crucial variables:

Charging Infrastructure: If the driver needs to use public high-power fast chargers (Megawatt Charging), the price per kWh can rise to €0.40 - €0.60, increasing the cost to €40 to €60 per 100 km.

Topography and Driving: The eActros' regenerative braking system can recover up to 25% of the energy used on descents or in urban areas, optimizing overall fuel consumption.

Load and Aerodynamics: Driving with the 40-44 ton limit in harsh winter climates pushes consumption to around 140 kWh/100 km, increasing costs proportionally.

Conclusion...The eActros fulfills the objective of delivering cheap energy at €10 per 100 km , reducing operational fuel costs by up to 75% compared to diesel. The vehicle's financial return depends directly on focusing refueling on the company's own low-cost internal electricity grid.

 

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