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Elektromobilität: Warum der E‑Lkw‑Hochlauf am Stromanschluss hakt

Die Preise für Elektro-Lkw fallen, ihre Reichweite steigt – viele Spediteure steigen jetzt um. Das Problem: Die Ladeinfrastruktur kann nicht Anschluss halten.

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Elektromobilität: Warum der E‑Lkw‑Hochlauf am Stromanschluss hakt

In a story from Ostfriesland, Nanno Janssen's fleet of 40-tonne electric trucks faces challenges in charging infrastructure. While 60 of the 90 trucks in the company's fleet are now electric, the lack of charging stations is slowing down the transition. The company began its electrification journey four years ago, but it took a bold step by purchasing 20 electric trucks at once.

By 2025, the share of electric trucks in the market has grown by 38%, with 51% of freight companies worried about charging infrastructure. Despite the rapid growth, only 218 fast-charging stations are available for heavy trucks in Germany, compared to 53,300 for electric passenger cars. The Janssens family is determined to overcome these obstacles, as they believe that electric trucks offer cost savings and advantages in the long run.

With the increasing number of electric truck models and falling prices, the future of the industry looks promising.

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