REMONDIS was delighted to be first to trial Mercedes-Benz’s eEconic 6×2 model battery-electric truck on Australian roads.
By trialling the latest battery-electric zero-exhaust-emission technology from Mercedes-Benz Trucks, REMONDIS Australia is taking further steps towards fleet decarbonisation. REMONDIS put the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 6×2 model truck through commercial waste collection trials in Brisbane during August 2026.
The eEconic utilises lithium-ion batteries that power electric motors in the drive axle. The unique “e-axle” design is a technological advancement, eliminating the need for a traditional driveshaft, resulting in zero exhaust emissions and near-silent operation. The eEconic truck also has energy recovery braking that increases efficiency and journey longevity, making it ideal for stop-and-go urban driving.
eEconic trucks have been used across Europe in recent years. The Australian trial model has been designed to comply with local truck mass and dimension requirements.
“REMONDIS, our parent company RETHMANN, and Mercedes-Benz are all iconic German brands, and our long relationships are behind this opportunity coming together,” REMONDIS Australia CEO and Managing Director Björn Becker said. “We’ve used Mercedes-Benz trucks globally, including in Australia, for many years. It’s a natural progression that REMONDIS would be first to trial eEconic technology on Australian roads.
“Modern waste management is all about circular economy outcomes, and fleet operation is a big part of that. Given that we operate 600 waste collection trucks across Australia, there’s significant scope and appetite for us to cut emissions more broadly, be it through electric, hydrogen or hybrid technology. We’re working with multiple truck suppliers and other stakeholders to progress that journey.”
Read more about the trial and further statements by REMONDIS Australia representatives in this article.
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