Truck levy, reinvestment and ERE-E

Paying per kilometre

Since 1 July 2026, the Dutch truck levy has applied to Dutch and foreign trucks in categories N2 and N3, with a technically permissible maximum mass above 3,500 kilograms. It covers almost all motorways and selected provincial and municipal roads. Rates depend on factors including weight and emissions class.

Electric trucks also pay the levy. Cleaner and lighter vehicles pay less, so use the correct rate for each vehicle in your calculation.

A temporary discount of 22.3% applies from 1 September to 31 December 2026. The relevant policy decision states that this discount does not reduce the reinvestment programme or grants for electric trucks and charging infrastructure.

Where the proceeds go

The reinvestment programme returns a large share of levy proceeds to the transport sector. The programme for 2026 to 2030 provides for more than €1.6 billion for decarbonisation and innovation.

It funds several measures:

• AanZET supports the purchase of new zero-emission trucks.
• SPriLa supports private charging infrastructure, such as depot chargers.
• SWiM supports hydrogen filling stations and hydrogen vehicles.
• Other measures support more efficient logistics and innovation.

Each scheme has its own conditions, application periods and budget. Being listed here does not mean a scheme is open today or that an application will receive funding.

What ERE-E adds to a charging hub

A grant can pay for part of the investment. During operation, electricity supplied to vehicles can generate ERE-E. The supply must be demonstrable and registered in the REV under the applicable rules.

Fuel suppliers buy the units to meet their fuel transition obligation. The sale price determines the revenue. Deduct registration, verification and sales costs to calculate the net amount.

Buying a truck or charger does not itself generate ERE-E. During design, establish which meter records the supply, who holds the grid connection, who may register it and how proceeds will be shared. Check any grant conditions against the chosen ERE route.

PYK Power helps assess charging volumes, meter data and supporting documents. Include calculations both with and without ERE-E revenue in the business case to see how much the return depends on it.

Read more about ERE-E for charging hubs.