RoadSafetyUAE’s Corporate Social Responsibility Partner Daimler Commercial Vehicles MENA (DCV MENA), with its authorized General Distributor – Emirates Motor Company Commercial Vehicles (EMC CV), proudly announces the successful handover of the first Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 Tractor Head to DHL Global Forwarding. The momentous occasion occurred at the esteemed Mercedes-Benz Training Centre in Dubai, and high-ranking executives from RoadSafetyUAE, DHL Global Forwarding, DCV MENA, and EMC CV attended it.
The handover ceremony marks a significant milestone in sustainable transportation, showcasing Daimler Truck’s commitment to fostering a greener future for the commercial vehicle industry. The Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 Tractor Head represents a paradigm shift towards electrification and zero-emission mobility. This state-of-the-art electric vehicle offers cutting-edge features that redefine efficiency, safety, and environmental consciousness.
The eActros 300 has a comprehensive suite of safety features, including an external Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System, the fifth-generation Active Brake Assist with pedestrian detection, Stability Control Assist (ESP) and Lane Keeping Assist. The driver’s workspace is fitted with the state-of-the-art and interactive Multimedia Cockpit and the second-generation MirrorCam system, which is installed in the eActros in the place of conventional mirrors. These features prioritize the well-being of both the driver and surrounding road users.
Over the next decade, this transition to electric mobility is projected to yield remarkable results in terms of CO2 reduction. Compared to a conventional diesel Actros, the eActros 300 is expected to save approximately 240 tons* of CO2 over ten years, significantly contributing to combating climate change and improving air quality. Multiplying this number with the estimated 250,000 trucks on UAE’s roads, the hypothetical savings represent a staggering 60 million tons of CO2 over ten years!
Thomas Edelmann, Founder and Managing Director of RoadSafetyUAE, states: “This state-of-the-art electric truck is equipped with advanced safety features like Stability Control Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Active Brake Assist 5, ensuring not only a greener planet but also a safer ride for drivers, pedestrians, and other road users alike. This vehicle ticks all the boxes regarding state-of-the-art sustainability and road safety. It is amazing to witness this launch in the spirit of COP28, which is a strong proof of the mutual objective of achieving net zero carbon emissions targets.”
*based on the current EU electric energy grid