Challenges Facing the EU Road Freight Sector and Viable Solutions

The most obvious challenge is the extensive congestion experienced in major European roads. The congestions result in significant delays especially for vehicles moving commercial goods. Such inconveniences also cause extensive losses in terms of fuel and productivity. For instance, manufacturing organizations that are dependent on just-in-time delivery arrangements are seriously affected by this problem; they often have to deal with delays. A feasible way of mitigating congestion on EU roads is the enactment of more efficient road transport protocols and logistics. This calls for the optimization of capacity use and development of reliable infrastructure. Despite the stringent safety precautions, some roads are still prone to accidents. Safety in the context of road freight, accounts for conducive working conditions for drivers, safe resting stops and secure highways among other parameters. To improve road safety, transport regulations should only allow skilled drivers on the roads and advance approaches to ensuring that all road users adhere to pertinent legislations. Another challenge is the continuous escalation of fuel prices. High fuel prices can be quite uneconomical for long distance road users. The increased use of road transport also escalates noise and air pollution. To mitigate this problem, countries in the EU require low-carbon transport solutions such as electric vehicles and hybrid motors.