Greens want trucks to sneak

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They are the annoyance of motorists during rush hour: trucks sneak into the fast lane. In the future, they may become even slower. Green vice-president Isabelle Pasquier-Eichenberger (49) demands that trucks can only drive 70 km / h. “This is how 100,000 tons of CO₂ fewer emissions per year,’ explains the alderman. “In addition, energy consumption is reduced and external costs are reduced.”

Pasquier-Eichenberger relies on a study commissioned by the Federal Office of Transport. However, it is stated there that regulatory measures would have only a minor impact on the climate. New vehicle technologies, such as hydrogen, are more promising. “That is certainly necessary, but at the moment most trucks run on diesel.”

Too fast on the highway?

Until now, trucks are allowed to drive 80 km/h. “Checks show that trucks on the highway often drive almost 90 km/h.” Pasquier-Eichenberger is not afraid that the lower speed will lead to more traffic jams. “I don’t think it has a direct impact.”

Pasquier-Eichenberger is also convinced that you don’t have to worry about empty shelves in the store when the trucks slow down. “Most deliveries come by train. The truck is only needed for the last kilometers.” So deliveries would be slightly delayed. “That is not important.”

“It’s a Totally Crazy Idea”

SVP National Council member Benjamin Giezendanner (40) does not believe in this idea. “This is a totally silly idea! In fact, we are increasingly stuck in traffic.” Giezendanner runs a transport company and is behind the wheel himself. “A speed limit of 70 km/h is hostile to the economy and also makes no sense for the climate.” He points out that this means that more vehicles have to be used for the same job, and that a speed reduction would also mean that less taxes have to be paid. .”

The trucking industry has already done a lot for the climate. “Actually, we should get a green medal. The CO₂-Emissions are also being reduced even in heavy traffic,” says Giezendanner. Of course, trucks would still produce CO₂ expel “But they are essential to the functioning of our economy.”

Giezendanner also defends himself against the accusation that the trucks drive too fast. “Our trucks are sealed. The customers always make sure that we don’t drive too fast.”

Source:Blick