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Battery electric trucks are a key component in the decarbonization of road freight transport. However, there are specific challenges, particularly in long-distance transport with heavy vehicles: Charging systems, energy supply and choice of location must be designed in such a way that the vehicles can be sufficiently charged during the legally prescribed breaks for drivers.

In the project, four locations along the A2 between Berlin and the Ruhr area will each be equipped with two high-performance charging points. These use the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), which enables extremely short charging times. The charging points will be tested and operated in real logistics operations. The aim is to create a blueprint for the nationwide expansion of a fast-charging infrastructure for electric trucks.

The IKEM is investigating the legal framework conditions for the allocation of fast charging infrastructure at managed rest areas, truck stops and logistics centers along the federal highways. The focus is on the following questions, among others:

• How can a legally compliant and efficient procurement procedure be designed?
• What findings from the Deutschlandnetz tender can be used?
• What aspects of state aid law need to be taken into account?

Based on this analysis, IKEM is developing practical recommendations for action to support public and private players in setting up a nationwide charging infrastructure for heavy road freight transport.