Electric Trucking: From cost barrier to competitive advantage
How integrated charging systems can cut a fleet’s TCO by up to 10% versus diesel¹
At a glance
What’s inside the whitepaper
The three levers shaping the economics of electric trucking
Turn charging into a revenue stream
Open your depot to third-party fleets and generate revenue from every charging session.
Lower the energy cost of electric trucking
Reduce energy costs by up to 30% through smart charging and lower on-the-go rates.
Access to charging that enables revenue generation and lower-cost energy
Connect depot, on-route and shared charging to lower energy costs, unlock incentives and reduce total cost of ownership.
¹ Potential TCO outcomes are based on Shell’s model for a heavy-duty truck operating 116,000 km/year over 5 years, assuming a semi-public, energy-optimised eDepot with 75% private and 25% on-the-go charging. Estimated savings come from third-party eDepot use, Smart Charging energy cost reductions, and preferential network pricing, based on market references (excluding grid upgrades). Actual results will vary by market, vehicle type, and customer-specific factors such as energy prices, infrastructure costs, utilisation, and location.
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Electric trucking: from cost barrier to competitive advantage
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Indicative results based on model assumptions
This calculator provides indicative savings estimates for fleets investing in depot charging infrastructure. The model reflects the impact of depot optimisation, smart charging and energy management across Shell’s integrated network.
To explore the broader framework behind these results, learn more about Shell’s Integrated Charging Network.
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