European Parliament agrees to extend EU-wide toll exemptions for hydrogen and electric heavy-duty vehicles

The five-year extension will allow member states to fully or partially waive road user charges until mid-2031 in a bid to reduce running costs for zero-emission bus, truck and coach fleets

The plenary room at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, where Members of the European Parliament voted for the directive extension.
The plenary room at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, where Members of the European Parliament voted for the directive extension.Photo: Shutterstock
Published 10 October 2025, 14:05Updated 10 October 2025, 14:05
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