Electrification for logistics
Our electrification concepts take you from route to charger: your roadmap for a cost-effective switch to electric trucks.
E-trucks pay off when routes, depot and grid work together
Switching to electric trucks isn’t just a vehicle purchase. It changes how your operation runs. Routes, shifts, dwell times, grid connection and budget all have to fit together. Otherwise, your expensive e-truck ends up parked in the yard instead of out on the road.
M3E plans your fleet electrification around how your vehicles are actually used. We analyse your driving profiles, assess your depot and grid connection, and work out which routes can go electric today and which will follow later. Manufacturer-independent, with a robust TCO calculation and every relevant funding option.
Whether you’re introducing your first e-trucks in distribution or rolling out across multiple sites, you get a plan you can invest, tender and implement with.
Get clarity, get a plan, get moving
What an M3E electrification concept gives you:
Clarity on your routes: which ones you can electrify now, based on your real driving data rather than manufacturer specs
Depot and grid assessment including load management, so your grid connection doesn’t become a bottleneck
Robust TCO comparison of diesel vs. electric, including energy, tolls, maintenance and GHG quota revenue
Manufacturer-independent selection of vehicles and charging hardware, from overnight depot charging to fast charging
Implementation plan with timeline, investment requirements and funding options, aligned with your vehicle replacement cycles
A solid basis for funding applications, tenders and your customers’ CO₂ requirements
One concept, three modules, matched to where your project stands
The modules build on one another, but you can also book them individually or in any combination. Whether you’re still exploring or have already ordered vehicles.
Feasibility study
Which routes can go electric?
- Analysis of telematics and route data, dwell times and shift patterns
- Depot site visit and review of available grid capacity
- Technical, economic and legal assessment of the switch
- Identification of suitable funding programmes
The right starting point before you invest in vehicles
Charging infrastructure concept
Depot charging that fits your operation
- Sizing based on charging windows, route planning and fleet size
- Manufacturer-independent selection of charging hardware, from AC to HPC
- Grid connection strategy, load management, operation and service concept
- Detailed cost breakdown and funding assessment
- Optional: PV and battery storage to reduce peak loads and high energy costs
Ready to use for tenders or to hand over to your technical partner
Fleet concept
The right e-trucks at the right time
- Manufacturer-independent vehicle comparison with TCO assessment and charging requirements
- Transition plan aligned with your leasing and replacement cycles, prioritised by cost-effectiveness
- Funding eligibility and implementation coordinated with your charging infrastructure
- Optional: PV and battery storage
Also available as an add-on if your charging infrastructure is already in place
Every concept is built on your routes, your depot and your figures. Tailored, not one-size-fits-all.
For every use case in freight transport
We know what each logistics segment needs and plan accordingly.
Parcel delivery and last mile
Predictable routes, fixed depots and large fleets make this the ideal place to start.
Regional distribution and groupage
With vehicles returning to the depot every day, e-trucks up to 40 tonnes are already cost-effective today.
Contract logistics and own-account transport
Shuttle runs and back-and-forth routes, with charging at the customer’s site or in your own hub.
Long-haul and multi-site fleets
Strategic planning for fast and en-route charging, plus a phased rollout across multiple sites.
M3E has already delivered numerous electrification concepts for freight forwarders, fleet operators and logistics sites, from the first e-truck to a cross-site strategy.
Frequently asked questions from logistics companies
Will an e-truck actually pay off for my fleet?
That mainly depends on route length, utilisation, energy prices and dwell times. In the feasibility study, we compare TCO based on your real data and show you which routes make the switch worthwhile.
Is my grid connection sufficient for depot charging?
The grid connection is often the biggest bottleneck. We assess the available capacity, plan load management and, where needed, PV or storage, and agree the grid connection strategy with your grid operator at an early stage.
Do I have to book all three modules?
No. The feasibility study, charging infrastructure concept and fleet concept can be booked individually and combined flexibly, depending on where you are right now.
Which vehicles does the concept cover?
Light and heavy commercial vehicles from N1 to N3, from vans to 40-tonne tractor units. On request, we can also include cars and company vehicles.
How is M3E different from the advice offered by vehicle or charger manufacturers?
We are fully manufacturer-independent. We recommend what suits your routes and your budget, not what a particular supplier wants to sell.
Can I use the concept for funding applications or tenders?
Yes. The concepts contain everything you need as a basis for funding applications, tenders or internal investment decisions. And with our Funding Alert, you won’t miss any new funding calls.
Which of your routes will run electric tomorrow?
In 30 minutes, we’ll clarify your starting point and the right module to begin with. Free of charge and without obligation.
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