Wren Kitchens electric HGV fleet has taken its first major step towards decarbonising its logistics operation with the delivery of 10 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 tractor units supplied by Rygor Auto.

The new vehicles mark the first phase of Wren’s long-term ambition to move to an all-electric HGV fleet as part of its ‘positive planet’ roadmap towards carbon neutrality. The rollout has been supported by funding from the Department for Transport’s zero-emission vehicle programme, alongside investment in dedicated charging infrastructure at Wren’s operations.

Phil Bennett, National Fleet Manager at Wren Kitchens, said: “Maintaining our industry-leading delivery performance while improving safety and reducing emissions is critical, and the eActros 600s allow us to do all three. They’re equipped with the latest safety systems and give our drivers a significantly enhanced working environment.”

Each eActros 600 offers a usable battery capacity of 600kWh, a range of at least 500km, and can recharge from 20% to 80% in around an hour using 400kW DC charging. Wren estimates the fleet will reduce CO₂ emissions by around 580 tonnes per year.

Chris Carter, Fleet Sales Consultant at Rygor Auto, said the company was proud to support Wren’s transition to lower-emission transport, describing the eActros 600 as “a perfect partner” for its move towards a fully electric HGV operation.

The eActros 600 is designed for long-distance transport, combining a range of up to 500km on a single charge with regenerative braking, Predictive Powertrain Control and a new aerodynamic ProCabin. Standard safety equipment includes Active Brake Assist, Sideguard Assist and MirrorCam.

Nicola Dainter-Kemsley, Key Account Manager at Daimler Truck UK, added: “Seeing the eActros hit the road as part of such an ambitious electrification journey is a real milestone, and we’re excited to be part of it.”

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Mercedes-Benz eActros 600

  • Operator: Wren Kitchens
  • Supplier: Rygor Auto
  • Fleet size: 10 electric tractor units
  • Range: At least 500km per charge
  • Battery: 621kWh installed (600kWh usable)
  • Charging: 20-80% in around one hour (400kW DC)
  • Estimated CO₂ saving: Approximately 580 tonnes per year
  • Purpose: National kitchen delivery operations as part of Wren’s transition towards an all-electric HGV fleet