SPAR Austria is steadily reducing emissions in its logistics operations. From early April 2026, ten electric trucks, including trailers, are being introduced into regular service for the first time. They are replacing traditional diesel vehicles and supporting both dry goods and refrigerated transport.

The e-trucks are being integrated into operations at several logistics sites. This helps SPAR Austria gain experience in regular service and test how vehicle technology, charging infrastructure and regional grid capacities work together. In parallel, the retailer is installing high-performance charging stations at all participating sites, in close coordination with energy suppliers and grid operators.

“By gradually electrifying our fleet, we are making our logistics more climate-friendly. We want to reduce emissions wherever possible, whilst maintaining the same reliable supply to our stores,” said SPAR Austria Board Member Marcus Wild.

The demands placed on SPAR Austria’s delivery logistics are diverse. More than 1,500 locations across Austria must be supplied every day, from stores in Alpine regions at over 1,900 metres above sea level to inner-city locations and areas with access restrictions. The primary objective is to ensure excellent local supply and deliver the familiar SPAR quality every day.

Long-range and full operational capability

When procuring the new e-trucks, SPAR Austria took particular care to ensure they fully meet existing logistical requirements. This also includes temperature-controlled transport. SPAR Austria has relied on electric AC refrigeration technologies since the 1990s, but integrating this refrigeration into fully electric e-trucks has long been a technical challenge. With the new models, a solution has now been found that enables demanding refrigerated transport in regular operations.

The new vehicles also support climate action in measurable ways. On average, an e-truck saves more than 52 tonnes of CO₂ per year compared with an equivalent diesel model.

Gradual integration into logistics operations

SPAR Austria aims to integrate additional e-trucks into its fleet in the coming years, subject to technical developments and the availability of suitable charging and grid infrastructure.

The SPAR truck fleet in Austria currently comprises around 300 vehicles. The new e-trucks are replacing conventional diesel models where operations and infrastructure allow. In addition, the procurement of additional e-trucks is planned for 2027.

Source: SPAR Austria

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About SPAR Austria

The origins of the SPAR brand in Austria date back to 1954. The current SPAR AG was created in 1970 when the original founding families joined other regional wholesalers to form SPAR Austria AG, a 100% privately owned Austrian company. Company-owned stores operate throughout the country in the multi-format retail strategy developed since the 1960’s, whilst independent retailers operate under sub-license from SPAR Austria and continue building the brand’s presence.