It is important to note that this toll is only applicable within Germany. It does not apply to vehicles that simply pass through the country without carrying out commercial activity on its territory.
The toll is intended to compensate for the damage caused by heavy goods transiting the country’s roads. This includes infrastructure maintenance and development costs, as well as environmental costs related to air pollution and noise pollution.
According to government calculations, the introduction of this fee will contribute to improving the quality of the road infrastructure and encourage greener transport. In this way, it will not only contribute to greater safety on the road, but also to the protection of the environment.
In order to ensure the easy and efficient introduction of this measure, the use of a specialized software platform is planned, which will allow vehicle operators to register and pay the fee electronically. This will not only reduce red tape, but also facilitate control and monitoring of compliance.
In conclusion, the introduction of a toll for trucks over 3.5 tonnes in Germany represents an important step towards a more sustainable and efficient management of heavy goods transport. It hopes to contribute to better infrastructure, greener transport and greater road safety in the country.
