Will you soon be able to enter the city? Zero-emission zones are coming!

🚚🌱 From 1 January 2025, the logistics sector in the Netherlands will undergo a major change. Over 30 of the largest municipalities will then introduce zero-emission zones. Only zero-emission trucks and vans will then be allowed to enter city centres and surrounding neighbourhoods.

The introduction of zero-emission zones in Dutch cities is a step we understand from Lease.car; fewer harmful emissions and air quality in our city centres will improve as a result. But this transition has hefty financial implications for small businesses and the self-employed. As a result, many business owners are faced with the choice of having to make large investments in new zero-emission vehicles, or be banned from city centres and surrounding neighbourhoods.

What does this mean for you?

The zero-emission zones are being set up mainly in city centres and surrounding neighbourhoods with the aim of reducing air pollution and encouraging more sustainable transport. If you, as a business owner, want to continue your business activities in these areas, you need to invest in electric or hydrogen-powered vehicles.

Every municipality setting up such a zone will communicate the details and required steps for implementation at least four years in advance. Municipalities may designate an urban area from 1 January 2025 where no polluting vans and trucks are allowed to operate. But they may also opt for a later introduction, which gives you as a business owner some flexibility to adapt.You can find the zero emission zones for each city via the following link.

What now?

The advent of zero-emission zones often means more than just updating your business vehicles. It also involves a strategic rethink of your logistics processes. Take companies like Coolblue, for example, which are already setting a good example by implementing delivery by cargo bike. The introduction of these new zones is also an excellent opportunity to review your business vehicles and logistics processes to future-proof your operations.

How we can help you

Are you considering making your fleet sustainable with zero-emission vehicles? Then check out our range of electric lease cars and start making your fleet more sustainable today. Or contact contact our advisers. They will be happy to help you on your way. Because for good advice and the best deal on electric cars and vans, too, you have come to the right place.