Geotab's European Freight Efficiency Index

Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, published its first European Freight Efficiency Index, 'The Cost of Standing Still,' on May 13, 2026. The report reveals a 144% performance gap in freight efficiency among Europe's major cities. Germany — Berlin ranked highest with a score of 61, demonstrating manageable and predictable traffic. Netherlands — Amsterdam followed closely with 59. Republic of Ireland — Dublin and Italy — Rome formed a middle tier with scores of 49 and 48, respectively. In contrast, France — Paris (37), United Kingdom — London (29), and Spain — Madrid (25) were identified as the least efficient, with Spain — Madrid ranking last. The Index highlights that unpredictability in traffic, rather than just congestion, creates a 'structural tax' for fleets, leading to increased costs, emissions, and operational challenges. Edward Kulperger of Geotab emphasized the importance of consistent and predictable movement for effective urban freight operations. The methodology used 2025 data from Geotab's platform, evaluating traffic flow and congestion costs, with fuel costs estimated using data from the International — European Commission and the United Kingdom.