# truck transport

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Truck transport is the carriage of goods by road using heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), reaching virtually any origin or destination without dependence on fixed infrastructure.

Truck transport is the carriage of goods by road using heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), reaching virtually any origin or destination without dependence on fixed infrastructure. That flexibility makes it the dominant mode for first- and last-mile delivery across Europe and a standard option for continental distances. Freight forwarders work with two principal load types: full truckload (FTL), where a single shipper occupies the entire vehicle, and less-than-truckload (LTL), where shipments from multiple customers are consolidated. Key cost drivers include driver wages, fuel, tolls, and vehicle depreciation. Cross-border operations are governed by cabotage rules and drivers' hours regulations under EU social law.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truck_transport](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truck_transport)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | truck transport |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 101 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truck_transport |

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