XPO Logistics has ordered six electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks to replace diesel-powered vehicles within its PepsiCo fleet.
The switch is projected to eliminate more than 1,200 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually and enable more than 1,000,000 road kilometres per year to be driven with zero emissions – a significant step in PepsiCo’s journey to become net zero by 2050.
Ordered through Saga Truck and Van, and with a range exceeding 500 km per charge, the trucks will be operational this month transporting products across England and Wales.
PepsiCo brands include Pepsi MAX, Doritos, 7UP Zero Sugar, Quaker Oats, Walkers, Wotsits, Monster Munch, and Pipers.
The transition is supported by XPO Logistics’ AI-driven CO₂ reporting dashboard that allows real-time tracking and optimisation of carbon savings.
This tool provides actionable insights to improve logistics efficiency and further reduce emissions.
Heiko Selzam, Managing Director of Daimler Truck UK said: “We are very proud to strengthen our partnership further with XPO Logistics for this order of our award-winning eActros 600.
“This commitment underscores the recognition by both companies of the critical role these vehicles play in achieving their sustainability goals.”
Dan Myers, Managing Director – UK and Ireland, XPO Logistics, said, “Sustainability is in our DNA, so we are proud to partner with PepsiCo and Mercedes-Benz Trucks on this journey, combining investment in electric mobility with advanced technology and operational excellence.”
Andrew Smethurst, UK Logistics Director, PepsiCo, said, “This new partnership with XPO Logistics will play a vital role in further reducing our logistics emissions as we move iconic products like Walkers crisps and Doritos to our customers across the UK.”
