IRU Opposes Mandate for Zero-Emission Trucks
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has expressed its disagreement with the proposed "Greening Corporate Fleets" regulation, which would require companies to purchase a certain percentage of electric or hydrogen-powered trucks.
The initiative aims to increase sales of zero-emission vehicles produced by European manufacturers. However, the IRU warns that this proposal is premature and potentially harmful to the road transport sector.
The road transport industry neither needs nor wants such a mandate.
The IRU argues that decarbonisation is already in progress, but at a pace that reflects the real financial and infrastructure capacity of companies, and should not be forced by regulation. Compulsory purchases of zero-emission vehicles could cause significant financial and operational difficulties, particularly for small and medium-sized firms.
- Potential financial difficulties for small and medium-sized firms
- Operational challenges due to lack of charging or maintenance facilities
Author's summary: IRU opposes EU's zero-emission truck mandate.
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