DHL Express U.S. launches first Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans in the US, expanding electric fleet

DHL Express, the world’s leading provider of international express shipping services, today announced the rollout of 45 new all-electric, zero-emission Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans into its U.S. pickup and delivery fleet. This signifies the first U.S. expansion of the global partnership, with more than 10,000 eSprinters now integrated into DHL’s fleet.

All vehicles are expected to be delivered by the end of October 2025, and will be deployed across key metropolitan markets, including Chicago, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Pittsburgh, PA; Elizabeth, NJ; and Moonachie, NJ.

While the new eSprinters promise a 206-mile range, DHL has consistently seen them exceed 240 miles—making them the longest-range battery electric vehicles in DHL’s U.S. fleet to-date. This extended capacity makes them ideally suited for inner city logistics while expanding their potential use in longer delivery routes. The vans also offer significant cargo capacity, enabling efficient last-mile delivery without compromise on payload or operational reliability.

To support the integration of these vehicles, DHL has also installed on-site charging infrastructure at its facilities in these markets, enabling drivers to conveniently recharge the vans between routes. The addition of this infrastructure ensures operational efficiency, maximizes vehicle uptime, and provides the foundation for future fleet electrification as the company scales its use of electric vehicles in the U.S.

“Electrifying our fleet is one of the most visible and impactful ways we are moving toward a more sustainable future,” said Greg Hewitt, CEO of DHL Express U.S. “The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter brings an extended range and proven cargo capabilities that allow us to serve our customers with zero emissions, while also advancing our global goal of more sustainable logistics. These vehicles not only strengthen our operations in major U.S. cities but also set the stage for future electric fleet growth across the Americas.”

“The eSprinter represents the next generation of electric mobility for commercial fleets – combining range, cargo capacity, and reliability in a way that meets the demands of modern logistics,” said Jee-Seop Kim, Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz Vans North America’. “We’re proud to see our partnership with DHL Express expand into the U.S., where the eSprinter’s performance and versatility will support their high-efficiency operations.”

The deployment supports DHL’s global Sustainability Roadmap, which includes a target to electrify 66% of its last-mile delivery vehicles by 2030. This effort includes fleet electrification, the expansion of carbon-neutral facilities, and the increased use of sustainable aviation fuels, among other initiatives.

The addition of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans reflects DHL Express’s ongoing commitment to sustainable inner city logistics and its dedication to meeting customer expectations with speed, reliability, and responsibility.