Daimler Truck AG, known as Daimler Truck, has commenced production of the Freightliner eM2 at its subsidiary, Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA). The battery electric medium-duty truck is tailored for pick-up and delivery applications and is one of ten battery electric vehicles manufactured globally by Daimler Truck.Rakesh Aneja, head of eMobility at DTNA, said, “The initiation of production for this versatile truck is a significant milestone on our path toward a zero-emissions product line. The positive feedback we’ve received strengthens our confidence that the Freightliner eM2 will meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. Our partners and dealers eagerly anticipate introducing the Freightliner eM2 to their customers, and we look forward to its deployment by customers and fleets.”
The production of the Freightliner eM2 is taking place at DTNA’s truck manufacturing facility in Portland, Oregon. The first units produced in the U.S. will be delivered to several companies, including Ferguson, Hogan Truck Leasing, Inc., Penske Truck Leasing, PITT OHIO, Ryder System, Inc., TITAN Freight Systems, and Velocity Truck Rental & Leasing. In Canada, the initial units will go to Brossard Leasing and Day & Ross.
The eM2 is constructed on the established Freightliner M2 106 Plus platform, following the introduction of the battery electric Freightliner eCascadia in 2022, thereby expanding CO2-neutral transportation to the medium-duty sector. DTNA currently holds a leadership position with the eCascadia in the Class 8 market.
The eM2 features a fully integrated battery electric Detroit ePowertrain, with electric motors and a 2-speed transmission positioned directly on the drive axles. This design minimizes energy costs per mile. The driving range varies depending on the two available battery capacity options for the eM2.
The class 6 single-motor model offers up to 190 continuous horsepower, a 194 kWh battery, and a typical range of 180 miles (290 kilometers) on a single charge. In contrast, the class 7 dual-motor variant provides up to 255 continuous horsepower, supported by a 291 kWh battery, offering a typical range of 250 miles (400 kilometers) on a single charge.
The eM2 adheres to Daimler Trucks’ high safety standards thanks to its proprietary battery side impact protection and the Detroit Assurance suite of safety systems. Standard safety features include Active Brake Assist 5 (ABA5), Tailgate Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) down to 0 mph, Lane Departure Warning, Intelligent High-Beams, Automatic Wipers/Headlamps, and Side Guard Assist. The eM2 is further enhanced by Detroit Connect, a connected vehicle solution that enables real-time monitoring of battery health, charging status, and energy usage. This connectivity supports efficient route planning, energy optimization, and post-trip data analysis to enhance overall energy efficiency.
