Electrifying Freight : Battery-Powered Heavy Goods Vehicles

Abstract:

The Insight explores the role of the HGV sector as a significant part of the UK's economy and the challenges of decarbonising the sector and proposes actions to develop and support the UK HGV industry.

Battery-powered and hydrogen fuel cell technologies are driving the energy transition in the UK's heavy goods vehicle market. By 2050, electric HGVs are expected to dominate road freight, with hydrogen playing niche roles in long-haul and heavy-duty segments. UK research in high-energy density batteries, particularly solid-state and lithium-sulfur, will be crucial for global leadership in the electrification of freight.

Publication Year:

2026

Publisher:

Faraday Institution

DOI:

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Author(s):

Faraday Institution