- New toll rates for vehicles over 3,5 t in Germany
- Who is Responsible for Paying the Truck Toll?
- Toll Collect toll rates per kilometer for over 3,5 t truck from July 2024
- Use IMPARGO TMP to calculate 3,5 t tolls automatically
New toll rates for vehicles over 3,5 t in Germany
Big changes are happening in Germany's truck toll system. Almost 83% of local truck trips—covering about 200 kilometers—are already on toll roads, showing how important tolls are for trucking costs. These changes are hitting truck companies hard, especially as they deal with agreed-upon rates and figure out new truck weight categories.
The debate isn't just about money; it's also about the environment. The CO2 toll is a move to be more eco-friendly in road freight transportation. Looking ahead, starting July 1, 2024, HGV trucks weighing 3.5 tons and more will have to pay tolls, except for vehicles used by tradespeople (craftsmen).
This upcoming change adds more challenges to an already complicated situation, sparking discussions about what it means for the industry. As everyone gets ready for these changes, the toll system in Germany is becoming a mix of money matters, environmental awareness, and the tricky problems faced by the country's trucking business.
Who is Responsible for Paying the Truck Toll?
When it comes to paying the truck toll, it's crucial for truck dispatchers of any transportation service provider to understand the toll payment responsibility factors, including the owner, controlling entity, and driver.
According to Federal Trunk Road Toll Act - BFStrMG, those are the liable entities:
- Owner or Keeper of the Truck
- Entity Controlling Truck Use
- Driver of the Truck
- Registered Owner of the Truck
- Entity Assigned the Truck's Registration Number
It's important to note that the toll debtor is determined by when the truck starts using a tolled road. There can be situations where multiple parties share the responsibility and are jointly liable for paying the toll.
Toll Collect toll rates per kilometer for over 3,5 t truck from July 2024
Starting in July 2024, Toll Collect will charge tolls for trucks over 3,5 tons to 7,49 tons. To help you understand these changes better, we've made a simple table that shows the comparison between toll prices before and after July 01, 2024.
This table is a comprehensive guide for you to know how much you'll need to pay for tolls with trucks from 3,5 t to 7,49 t, so you can plan ahead your transportation cost. For heavier vehicles, check out our Toll Collect truck toll rates for 2024 (with CO2 emissions tax)
| For CO2 Emissions Class 1 (Category A - F) | ||||||
| Emissions Class | Category | CO2 Emissions Class | Axle & Weight Class | Current toll rate (in cents/km) | Toll rate from Jul 01, 2024 (in cents/km) | Increase percentage July 2024 |
| Euro 6 | A | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 15,1 | +100% |
| Euro 5, EEV | B | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 18,9 | +100% |
| Euro 4 | C | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 20,1 | +100% |
| Euro 3 | D | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 22,5 | +100% |
| Euro 2 | E | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 24,4 | +100% |
| Euro1, Euro 0 | F | 1 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 24,8 | +100% |
| For CO2 Emissions Class 2 - 5 (Category G, Euro 6) | ||||||
| Euro 6 | G | 2 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 13,7 | +100% |
3 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 13,4 | +100% | ||
4 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 10,4 | +100% | ||
5 | 3,5-7,49 t | 0 | 2,8 | +100% | ||
Use IMPARGO TMP® to calculate 3,5 t tolls automatically!
Great news! IMPARGO's truck route planner will then help you take over this process in the most efficient way possible.
If you are keen to know about the toll amount per toll provider, free mileage, toll mileage, special tolls for bridges and tunnels, and much more, the IMPARGO TMP® CargoApps has an integrated toll calculator for trucks in Europe. With our software, you will be able to get access to the following benefits:
Toll Comparison and Mass Toll Calculator via IMPARGO TMP
Calculate for high-volume logistics and make smart decisions for your truck routes with our Toll Calculator. This user-friendly tool empowers businesses to analyze data, cut costs, and support sustainable logistics in Europe. Stay ahead in the competitive landscape with a tool designed for the demands of high-volume transportation and supply chain management.
- Automate toll calculations for multiple routes in seconds, allowing your team to focus on high-priority tasks.
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- Integrate this high-performing tool into your workflow, regardless of your team's technical expertise.
HGV truck toll calculator for Europe (Germany, France, Italy, Austria, Belgium, etc.)
Even for tunnels and bridges, the tolls are available and updated continuously. The thorough overview of tolled and untolled kilometers per country is another feature available to IMPARGO subscribers.
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The IMPARGO TMP® database also immediately implements toll adjustments and new toll highways.
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Our database also immediately implements toll adjustments and new toll highways.
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Plan various routes, including the fastest, the cheapest, as well as the toll-free ones, and avoid toll routes according to your needs.
To effectively adapt to these changes, consider using digital toll management solutions like IMPARGO. The platform also offers real-time toll calculation, route optimization, and cost analysis. By using such tools, you can make informed decisions, minimize the impact of toll changes on your operations, and ensure efficient dispatching.
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