In a bold move that’s redefining race logistics, the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team has become the first on the grid to transport its race cars to a European Grand Prix using fully electric trucks. The team’s W16 cars made the 673-kilometer journey from their Brackley headquarters to Zandvoort—home of the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix—aboard the cutting-edge Mercedes-Benz Trucks eActros 600.
Following a successful pilot at the British Grand Prix earlier this season, this marks a major milestone in Formula One’s push toward sustainable operations. With rapid charging capabilities—jumping from 20% to 80% in just 25 minutes—the eActros 600 slashes lifecycle emissions by up to 80% compared to diesel trucks, proving that high-performance logistics can be both efficient and eco-conscious.
A New Era of Race Logistics
Equipped with a 600kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate battery and a minimum range of 500 kilometers per charge, the eActros 600 is engineered for long-haul reliability. Its use in F1 logistics demonstrates that electric transport isn’t just viable—it’s ready for the demands of elite motorsport.
This initiative builds on the team’s broader sustainability strategy, which includes the widespread adoption of HVO100 biofuel across its European race and marketing fleet. In 2024 alone, this shift helped reduce over 500 tonnes of CO₂e emissions, with 98% coverage across trucks and generators.
Driving Toward Net Zero
The team’s long-term goal is clear: Net Zero by 2030. By integrating electric freight into its operations, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 is not only reducing Scope 3 emissions—it’s setting a precedent for how global sports can lead the charge in climate action.
“Our commitment to sustainability means rethinking how we move, not just how we race,” said Alice Ashpitel, Head of Sustainability at Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1. “We’re proud that our innovations extend beyond the grid, and the eActros 600 is a powerful step forward in our decarbonisation journey.”
Ash Armstrong, eConsultancy Manager at Daimler Truck UK, added: “This partnership proves that long-haul electric transport is no longer a concept—it’s a reality. The eActros 600’s performance from Brackley to Zandvoort shows that range anxiety is a thing of the past.”
Formula One: The Fastest Test Lab on Earth
As the team looks to expand its use of electric trucks across future European seasons, one thing is clear: Formula One isn’t just racing toward the finish line—it’s racing toward a cleaner, smarter future.