Charging ahead? Why infrastructure must keep pace with EV demand

(This article was published by Motor Transport on 7 April 2026 and is available in English only.)

As fleet electrification accelerates across Europe, the road haulage sector is entering a new phase. In an article published by Motor Transport, Dr Ouafae Cohin, Global Business Development Manager for Green & Tech Market at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, highlights a strong signal: the first electric HGV to cross the English Channel, illustrating the potential of long‑distance electric freight. This momentum is part of a broader context of rapid growth in electric vehicle sales, driven by tightening emissions targets, a widening range of available models, and improvements in total cost of ownership.

The article also points to a major challenge: the growing gap between electric vehicle adoption and the pace of charging infrastructure deployment. The specific needs of the haulage sector, pressure on existing networks, high investment costs and emerging financing models are examined, notably through the rise of “charging‑as‑a‑service” solutions. A must‑read to understand why infrastructure, just as much as vehicles, will be decisive in sustaining the electrification of transport.

Read the full article on the Motor Transport website