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28.09.2026 · 23:27 · Road transport

New analysis says electric trucks have lower operating cost than diesel in six EU markets

A new analysis says electric trucks deliver a lower total cost of ownership than diesel in six of nine major EU markets. The finding matters because those markets account for 46% of new heavy truck sales in the EU.

A new analysis published by CleanTechnica says electric trucks are cheaper to operate than diesel trucks in six of nine major EU markets.

According to the source, those six markets together account for 46% of all new heavy trucks sold in the EU.

The summary says the analysis frames electrification as a way for hauliers to protect against future oil crises and diesel price shocks.

SourceCleanTechnica · Tier B ↗Source publication time: 28 Sep 2026 · 14:05