On 5 June 2025, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) urged the EU to accelerate negotiations on the revised Weights & Dimensions Directive. Why? Because today’s weight limits of 40-44 tons are slowing down the roll-out of zero-emission trucks. A study earlier this year showed that payload restrictions mean ZEVs cannot operate at their full potential, making long-haul freight less efficient.
This discussion will directly impact cross-border transport in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. For shippers, it means new compliance checks. For carriers, it signals future investments in cleaner fleets but also smarter route planning.
