{"id":38094,"date":"2025-12-18T08:52:03","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:52:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/?p=38094"},"modified":"2025-12-18T08:56:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:56:41","slug":"superpanther-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/business\/superpanther-test\/","title":{"rendered":"DHL Freight and SuperPanther Test Electric Trucks in Austria"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>DHL Freight and SuperPanther share the same vision of pollutant-free logistics. To help make this vision a reality, the two companies have entered into a strategic partnership. They are now taking an important step toward putting their vision into practice. DHL Freight and SuperPanther are conducting joint test drives with the eTopas 600 to evaluate the practical suitability of this electric truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The SuperPanther e truck at the DHL terminal\" class=\"wp-image-38082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_02.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The First Milestone of the Sustainable Partnership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the fall of 2024, DHL Freight and Superpanther signed at the IAA Transportation in Hanover a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/business\/dhl-freight-and-superpanther-form-strategic-alliance-for-sustainable-logistics\/\">strategic cooperation<\/a>. The agreement focuses on promoting CO\u2082-neutral models in road freight transport. Both companies are now following up on their declaration of intent by jointly bringing the eTopas 600 onto the road in Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SuperPanther is a Chinese company founded in 2022 that specializes in new energy technologies for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The eTopas 600 is SuperPanther\u2019s first electric truck developed for the European market. SuperPanther is collaborating with an Austrian original equipment manufacturer (OEM) on this project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The front of the SuperPanther e truck\" class=\"wp-image-38083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_03.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-infobox-1CUMbx wp-block-lazyblock-infobox\"><section class=\"block-info-box\" style=\"background-color:#FFCC00;\">\n<span class=\"block-info-box-label c-red\"><span class=\"dashicons dashicons-info\"><\/span> Infobox<\/span>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SuperPanther\u2019s eTopas 600<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Propulsion: two electric motors (axle drive)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power performance: continuous power 394 kW (535 hp); peak power 692 kW (941\u00a0hp)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curb weight: 10.8 t<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gross combination weight: 42 t<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Range: 500 kilometers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery: lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery from CATL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery capacity: 621 kWh<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charging time: appx. 38 minutes from 20 to 80 percent (dual CCS2 charging port)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery lifetime: 4,500 full charging cycles, mileage over 1.2 million kilometers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Braking system: five-level energy recuperation brake<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/section><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Wels to Vienna and Back With the eTopas 600<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DHL Freight has proposed a suitable route for the practical test: from Wels, located in the Upper Austrian Alpine foreland, to the Austrian capital of Vienna and back. The total distance is around 400 kilometers. The eTopas 600 will carry a 15-ton cargo load. An initial test drive took place at the end of October, and further tests are scheduled for the first quarter of 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>We met a year ago and discussed the history of SuperPanther and the vision of bringing the electric truck to Europe. Now, having the opportunity to test drive it is truly incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"136\" height=\"136\" src=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Antje_Huber_DHL_Freight.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19359\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:128px;height:128px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Antje Huber<\/strong>, SVP Strategy, Marketing &amp; Staff, DHL Freight<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early Involvement in the Research and Development Phase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The joint test drives with the eTopas 600 align with the primary goal of the MoU between DHL Freight and SuperPanther: to jointly research and develop concepts for low- and zero-carbon transportation. DHL contributes its expertise as logistics industry leader, and SuperPanther provides innovative technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Close cooperation during the research and development phase provides valuable feedback for both parties involved. Tests conducted under realistic conditions provide insight into the<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>security,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>functionality,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>user-friendliness,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and compatibility with DHL standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows for a quicker market launch, providing the industry with a sustainable transportation solution early on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The SuperPanther e truck at the test\" class=\"wp-image-38084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/LAY_DHL_Superpanther_04.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Another Step Toward Low-Emission Logistics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DHL Freight and DHL are taking a technology-neutral approach to achieving their goal of reducing all logistics-related emissions to net zero by 2050. This applies to both short-term measures, such as the use of HVO 100, <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/sustainability\/lng-and-cng-trucks-how-sustainable-are-gas-powered-trucks-in-road-freight\/\">bio-LNG, and bio-CNG<\/a>, and long-term solutions, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/sustainability\/hydrogen-truck-perspectives-and-challenges-for-zero-emission-road-freight\/\">hydrogen technology<\/a>. At the same time, we recognize the enormous sustainability potential of <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/solutions\/electric-trucks-what-impact-could-e-mobility-have-on-road-freight-transportation\/\">e-mobility<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why DHL Freight is involved in a variety of activities in the e-transport sector. Examples include the recent trial use of <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/business\/electric-truck-byd\/\">BYD electric trucks<\/a> for local transport in the Cologne area and the regular operation of electric trucks for <a href=\"https:\/\/dhl-freight-connections.com\/en\/business\/electric-trucks-satair\/\">Satair<\/a> in Hamburg. For us, there are many paths, but one goal: achieving the highest delivery quality in the most sustainable way possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DHL Freight and SuperPanther share the same vision of pollutant-free logistics. 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