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EV Trucks Now Cheaper Than Diesel in EU Markets
28 Sep
Summary
- Electric trucks are now cheaper to own and operate than diesel.
- This shift is seen in six major European Union markets.
- High diesel prices linked to the Iran conflict are a key factor.

Electric trucks are now more cost-effective to own and operate than diesel trucks across six major European Union markets. These markets collectively account for almost half of the EU's new truck sales. The analysis attributes this shift primarily to a substantial increase in diesel prices, which has been influenced by the Iran conflict.
This economic advantage means that the total cost of ownership for electric trucks has fallen below that of diesel trucks in these strategically important regions. The findings highlight a significant development in the transition towards more sustainable transportation within the European Union.