# Heavy-Duty Transport Decarbonisation – Global Updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/decarbonising-transport-fuels-and-vehicles > Updated: 2026-08-10T22:45:28.000Z. Sources: 80. Developments: 28. By mid-2026, the transition to clean heavy-duty transport is gaining momentum, though diesel remains dominant with a 92% market share. In the first half of 2026, electric trucks accounted for 4.8% of new EU truck registrations, though some data sets suggest the market share may be as low as 0.3%. In Belgium, heavy electric truck registrations rose to 91 vehicles compared to 75 the previous year, despite a decline in medium-weight electric volumes. The transition is supported by financial incentives, including a 40% investment deduction for emission-free freight and an 80% reduction in certain kilometer charges. However, structural barriers persist, such as the high average age of the EU truck fleet—approximately 14 to 20 years—and the economic difficulty of long charging stops for vehicles under tight schedules. Regional disparities in infrastructure between Western and Central/Eastern Europe also impact progress. In Germany, logistics group Fiege expanded its battery-electric fleet to 25 vehicles following the delivery of five Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks. These units utilize three LFP battery packs totaling approximately 621 kWh to provide a 500 km range. Fiege aims to reach 30 fast-charge points in Germany by year-end. Concurrently, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is testing the eArocs 400, a 612 hp battery-electric construction truck designed for urban, low-noise work, though its higher curb weight presents payload challenges. Alternative fuels like hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) and bioLNG are emerging as transitional solutions, though they face limitations regarding raw material and biomass availability. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-10: Diesel dominance persists in European heavy-duty transport Diesel remains the dominant fuel for European heavy-duty transport, with electric trucks facing hurdles such as high fleet ages, infrastructure gaps, and the economic demands of long-haul logistics. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diesel-dominance-persists-in-european-heavy-duty-transport ### 2026-08-09: Electric heavy-duty trucks expanding in Belgium and EU Electric heavy-duty trucks are gaining traction in the EU, reaching a 4.8% market share in early 2026, supported by Belgian incentives and expanding charging infrastructure. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electric-heavy-duty-trucks-expanding-in-belgium-and-eu ### 2026-08-02: Fiege adds five eActros 600 trucks while Mercedes‑Benz tests eArocs 400 electric lorry Fiege expands its electric fleet with five new eActros 600 trucks, while Mercedes‑Benz tests the eArocs 400 electric construction lorry, both aimed at decarbonising heavy transport in Germany. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fiege-adds-five-eactros-600-trucks-while-mercedesbenz-tests-earocs-400-electric-lorry ### 2026-07-24: Germany's Commercial Vehicle Market Shifts to Hybrid and Electric Models BYD offers discounted hybrid taxis in Germany as Mercedes exits the factory‑built taxi market, while Mercedes‑Benz Trucks supplies electric dump trucks to Cologne’s waste‑management firm for a carbon‑neutral物流. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germanys-commercial-vehicle-market-shifts-to-hybrid-and-electric-models ### 2026-07-20: Mercedes-Benz delivers eActros 400 electric trucks with mechanical PTO to German waste firm AVG Köln Mercedes‑Benz delivered three eActros 400 electric trucks with factory‑integrated mechanical PTO to Cologne’s AVG Köln, enabling battery‑electric haulage of incinerator ash with reduced range, weight and cost. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedes-benz-delivers-eactros-400-electric-trucks-with-mechanical-pto-to-german-waste-firm-avg-kln ### 2026-07-17: Mercedes-Benz Trucks delivers first factory‑integrated PTO electric tipper trucks to AVG Köln Mercedes‑Benz Trucks delivers three eActros 400 electric tipper trucks with factory‑integrated mechanical PTO to AVG Köln for the BELLA project, replacing diesel units and adding a new 3,000 m² charging hub. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedes-benz-trucks-delivers-first-factoryintegrated-pto-electric-tipper-trucks-to-avg-kln ### 2026-07-14: Electric Trucks and Port Power Supply Accelerate Cargo Transport Decarbonization Electric trucks gain market traction with lower operating costs, while Europe mandates onshore power for ships by 2030, driving major infrastructure upgrades to cut emissions. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electric-trucks-and-port-power-supply-accelerate-cargo-transport-decarbonization ### 2026-07-14: Daimler Truck CEO warns EU CO₂ rules could cripple Europe’s trucking industry Daimler Truck CEO Karin Rådström warns EU CO₂ cuts for heavy trucks could devastate Europe’s industry, citing high costs, low electric‑truck adoption and infrastructure gaps, while Germany faces a surge in June 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-ceo-warns-eu-co-rules-could-cripple-europes-trucking-industry ### 2026-07-13: Daimler Truck Mexico unveils AI‑driven service platform at national transport forum Daimler Truck Mexico and International Motors Mexico introduced AI‑driven after‑sales and connectivity platforms at Mexico's national freight transport forum, targeting higher uptime and market leadership. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-mexico-unveils-aidriven-service-platform-at-national-transport-forum ### 2026-07-12: Daimler Truck CEO warns EU CO2 rules could cripple European truck industry Daimler Truck CEO warns EU CO₂ limits could devastate the European truck sector, citing €120 million fines per missed percent point, low electric‑truck uptake and lacking infrastructure. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/volkswagen-faces-political-pressure-for-reforms-amid-plantclosure-concerns ### 2026-07-04: Mercedes eActros electric trucks deployed by UK retailer and start series production in Germany Wren Kitchens received 10 Mercedes eActros 600 electric trucks, saving 580 t CO₂ annually, while Daimler Truck started series production of the eActros LongHaul in Germany, targeting a 500 km range for European 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mercedes-eactros-electric-trucks-deployed-by-uk-retailer-and-start-series-production-in-germany ### 2026-06-30: China invests $2.9 trillion in energy, targeting electric trucks and renewables by 2030 China will invest $2.9 trillion in its energy system by 2030, expanding renewables, grid capacity and a nationwide electric‑truck charging network. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-invests-29-trillion-in-energy-targeting-electric-trucks-and-renewables-by-2030 ### 2026-06-30: Daimler Truck pushes electric truck rollout, delivers first eEconic waste trucks in Stuttgart Daimler Truck advances its electric‑vehicle strategy, standardising platforms and cutting costs, while Mercedes‑Benz Trucks delivers the first eEconic electric waste trucks to Stuttgart, featuring low noise and 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-pushes-electric-truck-rollout-delivers-first-eeconic-waste-trucks-in-stuttgart ### 2026-06-27: Chinese electric heavy trucks see export surge as sodium‑ion batteries prove cold‑weather performance Chinese heavy‑duty EV trucks record a 33 % export rise, while a sodium‑ion battery test shows >90 % capacity at –40 °F, promising cold‑weather freight solutions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinese-electric-heavy-trucks-see-export-surge-as-sodiumion-batteries-prove-coldweather-performance ### 2026-06-26: Electric Truck Market Poised for Rapid Growth Urban policies and falling battery costs could boost electric trucks, with China leading and the global eLCV market set to hit $125.7 bn by 2033. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electric-truck-market-poised-for-rapid-growth ### 2026-06-25: German truck manufacturers and hydrogen council demand rapid expansion of hydrogen and charging infrastructure German truck makers and the National Hydrogen Council warn that lacking hydrogen and electric charging infrastructure threatens EU emission targets, calling for rapid build‑out and supportive policy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-truck-manufacturers-and-hydrogen-council-demand-rapid-expansion-of-hydrogen-and-charging-infr ### 2026-06-24: China's Sany Heavy Industry expands electric truck exports amid rising global demand China's Sany Heavy Industry is boosting electric truck exports, with a record 880‑unit order and a 2030 target for 40% of new heavy trucks to be electric. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chinas-sany-heavy-industry-expands-electric-truck-exports-amid-rising-global-demand ### 2026-06-24: Daimler Truck partners on hydrogen engines as Gobao unveils AI‑driven e‑bike system Daimler Truck and Keyou aim to mass‑produce hydrogen‑powered trucks in Europe, while Gobao launches an AI‑controlled, high‑power e‑bike platform with fast charging. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-partners-on-hydrogen-engines-as-gobao-unveils-aidriven-ebike-system ### 2026-06-23: IEA report shows rising global demand for low‑carbon hydrogen amid supply‑chain worries IEA reports rising global demand for low‑carbon hydrogen but limited scale, while an Italian study finds hydrogen fuel‑cell trucks up to 55% cheaper than battery‑electric trucks on long hauls. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iea-report-shows-rising-global-demand-for-lowcarbon-hydrogen-amid-supplychain-worries ### 2026-06-22: Daimler Truck teams with KEYOU on hydrogen-powered freight trucks Daimler Truck will work with German firm KEYOU to convert Actros trucks to hydrogen internal‑combustion engines, targeting a 2027 launch and up to 650 km range as part of its decarbonisation drive. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-teams-with-keyou-on-hydrogen-powered-freight-trucks ### 2026-06-15: China targets 40% electric truck sales by 2030 China aims for electric trucks to make up 40% of sales by 2030, prioritising them in public contracts and backing them with programmes, far outpacing the EU’s 20% goal. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-targets-40-electric-truck-sales-by-2030 ### 2026-06-15: China targets 1.6 million heavy‑duty electric trucks by 2030 China aims to have 1.6 million heavy‑duty electric trucks (40% of new registrations) on its roads by 2030, supported by 3,000 charging stations, 30,000 km of green freight corridors and extensive financial aid. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-targets-16-million-heavyduty-electric-trucks-by-2030 ### 2026-06-13: China targets 1.6 million electric trucks by 2030 and records renewable energy surge in 2025 China aims for 1.6 million electric heavy trucks by 2030, supported by extensive charging infrastructure and financing, while its 2025 renewable‑energy expansion supplied all new electricity demand and brought 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-targets-16-million-electric-trucks-by-2030-and-records-renewable-energy-surge-in-2025 ### 2026-06-12: China targets 1.6 million new‑energy heavy trucks by 2030 China’s 11‑minister plan targets 1.6 million new‑energy heavy trucks (40% market share) by 2030, backed by extensive charging, hydrogen and green‑fuel infrastructure along major freight corridors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-targets-16-million-newenergy-heavy-trucks-by-2030 ### 2026-06-09: Daimler Truck warns EU CO2 rules risk its survival while debuting hydrogen trucks Daimler Truck says EU CO₂ targets threaten its viability, while it begins testing fuel‑cell NextGenH2 trucks for Dachser. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daimler-truck-warns-eu-co2-rules-risk-its-survival-while-debuting-hydrogen-trucks ### 2026-06-09: Hamburg Airport and Dachser roll out hydrogen-powered vehicles in Germany Hamburg Airport orders hydrogen baggage tugs for 2027, while Dachser will deploy three Mercedes‑Benz NextGenH2 trucks in Karlsruhe from Dec 2026, marking key steps in Germany's hydrogen transport decarbon‑​tion 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hamburg-airport-and-dachser-roll-out-hydrogen-powered-vehicles-in-germany ### 2026-06-08: Fleet Operators and E‑Scooter Makers Accelerate Shift to Sustainable Transport Renewable diesel and RNG offer lower‑emission options for fleets, while hydrogen remains costly; electric scooters grow fast as manufacturers improve batteries and tech, providing low‑cost, low‑emission urban‑m 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fleet-operators-and-escooter-makers-accelerate-shift-to-sustainable-transport ### 2026-05-29: Green Hydrogen and Electric Heavy‑Duty Trucks Accelerate Energy and Transport Decarbonisation Green hydrogen remains under 1% of global output while Europe’s electric heavy‑duty trucks account for just 0.3% of fleets; both face high costs and infrastructure hurdles as they aim to decarbonise industry, ​ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/green-hydrogen-and-electric-heavyduty-trucks-accelerate-energy-and-transport-decarbonisation --- Cite as: Heavy-Duty Transport Decarbonisation – Global Updates. 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