In an analysis published on Wednesday 8 April, the think tank Transport & Environment (T&E) examines the request by heavy-duty vehicles manufacturers to bring forward the revision of CO2 emission standards from 2027 to 2026.
According to T&E, “revising CO2 standards for heavy-duty vehicles at the present time would create uncertainty and slow investment in clean technologies, including charging infrastructure [...]”.
The think tank concludes that the main obstacle to investment in electric heavy goods vehicles is their high cost, not battery charging or range. The document also points out that the number of ultra-fast charging points needed to cover the needs of this type of vehicle is greatly overestimated. The European Union already has a legislative framework and infrastructure in place to stimulate demand for zero-emission trucks, according to the report.
Finally, T&E recalls the need for the EU to move away from dependence on hydrocarbons, and also warns of the recent arrival of low-cost Chinese equipment on the European market, competing with manufacturers in the EU.
Read the full review: https://aeur.eu/f/lhd (Original version in French by Juliette Verdes)