Urban zones use different rules, registrations and exemptions. Emissions standard alone may not suffice; a foreign vehicle may need prior registration or a sticker.
A fine, diversion or transfer to a smaller vehicle can transform last-mile cost. Dispatch must therefore check the exact address, not only the city.
For regular urban deliveries, keep a register of vehicle registrations and expiry dates. Last-minute checks create avoidable stress.
Model scenario: the final address sits 7 km inside a restricted zone. Registering the assigned truck for €12 the day before is preferable to a 26 km diversion, an extra handling stop or a fine that exceeds the margin on the delivery.
Official source: European Urban Access Regulations
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