Fortunately for Greece, the measure of toll differentiation based on pollutant emissions it will enter into force in 2026. We say "fortunately", because, as we know, our country operates the oldest fleet in Europe.
Charge per km
It will be mandatory to charge tolls based on kilometers traveled, on all European highways, as is the case on the Olympia Road.
Vignette end
The vignette will be phased out in states that apply this system and replaced by motorway tolls.
At this point we should note that the vignette does not comply with the "user pays" principle. That is, entering a truck in a country e.g. Bulgaria, he would have to pay a vignette for two or three days. However, this does not mean that he would use the country's highways for the above period or that he would travel little on them.
The current system of time charging (vignette) will be able to be maintained in the states that apply it for passenger cars and light trucks, as long as it is confirmed that changing the system would bring about a reduction in the necessary revenue.
The position of the IRU
For its part, the IRU, commenting on the approval of the Commission's proposal by the European Parliament, emphasized that the issue of a complete, pan-European infrastructure of alternative fuels and chargers remains pending.
“Differentiating tolls based on pollutants is a disincentive. This, however, presupposes the creation of a holistic, pan-European supply network for alternative fuels and chargers.
In addition, the new legal framework could add costs to the freight sector. If these transports are included in the emissions trading scheme, that may further increase transport costs.
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