Regulation update
What Changes in Transport from 1 July 2026?
Truck toll, tax changes, wage costs, Flemish kilometre charges and Smart Tacho 2 rules all affect transport planning from 1 July 2026.
Clear summary
Transport companies should prepare for several changes at the same time: the Dutch truck toll, related tax changes, higher labour costs, a CO2 surcharge in Flanders and new tachograph obligations for international van transport above 2,500 kg.
- Arrange toll registration and onboard equipment on time.
- Recalculate rates, contracts and route planning.
- Check whether international vans require Smart Tacho 2.
- Include higher wage and repair costs in budgets.
Source: Transport en Logistiek Nederland
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