Volvo's lineup of electric trucks. Photo courtesy Volvo.

Joint Letter: Industry Calls for Toll Exemptions for Zero-Emission Trucks


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Leading EU businesses call EU Transport Ministers to implement toll exemptions to accelerate clean freight

Logistics giants and NGOs, including DHL, Volvo, and TRATON, are asking for the quick implementation of the Eurovignette Directive. While trucks represent only 2% of vehicles on the road, they contribute roughly 25% of transport emissions. Removing toll costs is an effective lever to bridge the price gap between diesel and electric fleets.

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