Colombia is set to develop a 1,200km electric truck charging corridor connecting Bogotá with Cartagena, aiming to boost electric freight adoption, attract investment, and reduce carbon emissions by 2032.
Colombia is preparing to back a 1,200km electric truck charging corridor under a new initiative designed to make freight transport cleaner and more commercially viable. The ‘Ruta-E: Clean Energy in Motion’ project would link Bogotá with Cartagena via Barranquilla, with charging points for heavy goods vehicles positioned at intervals of no more than 100km, according to electrive and the project partners. The scheme brings together the transport ministry, the clean transport group CALSTART, and companies including DHL, BYD, Auteco Blue, TCC and Voltrelli.
The plan is intended to do more than add plugs to a highway. According to the project outline, it aims to speed up the shift to electric freight, attract investment into charging infrastructure and expand the supply of electric trucks in the country. By 2032, the partners expect more than 1,000 electric lorries to be operating along the route, with annual carbon savings of more than 185,000 tonnes of CO₂, roughly equivalent to the emissions of around 40,000 passenger cars.
The announcement fits into a broader policy push by Bogotá to support electric mobility. In November 2025, Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy unveiled incentives to accelerate charging infrastructure, including exemptions, access to the unregulated energy market and a 20 per cent reduction in contributions for developers. Separate government measures introduced minimum standards and international reporting protocols for charging equipment, part of an effort to improve interoperability and make the network easier to use.
María Fernanda Rojas Mantilla, Colombia’s transport minister, said the country already had a strong position in electric passenger vehicles and could replicate that progress in the trucking sector. ‘The technology is ready, the economic benefits keep growing, and these industry leaders are telling us they want to adopt electric trucks and that they want to manufacture them,’ she said. The route is being presented as a prototype for further zero-emission freight corridors, though details of the chargers and vehicles to be deployed have yet to be disclosed.
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- https://www.electrive.com/2026/06/22/colombia-plans-1200km-electric-truck-charging-corridor/ – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.electrive.com/2026/06/22/colombia-plans-1200km-electric-truck-charging-corridor/ – Colombia’s ‘Ruta-E: Clean Energy in Motion’ project aims to establish a 1,200 km zero-emission freight corridor connecting Bogotá and Cartagena, passing through Barranquilla. The initiative, involving the Ministry of Transport, CALSTART, DHL, BYD, Auteco Blue, TCC, and Voltrelli, plans to install electric truck charging stations every 100 km. By 2032, over 1,000 electric trucks are expected to operate along this route, potentially saving more than 185,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, equivalent to the emissions of around 40,000 passenger cars. The Colombian government supports this transition with tax incentives and funding for charging infrastructure.
- https://www.presidencia.gov.co/prensa/Paginas/Gobierno-fortalece-construccion-de-infraestructura-para-vehiculos-electricos-con-incentivos-tributarios-251124.aspx – In November 2025, the Colombian government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, issued Resolution 40559, establishing minimum standards and international reporting protocols to modernise the national charging ecosystem. This initiative aims to strengthen Colombia’s position as a leading country in electric vehicle infrastructure investment, promoting interoperability among charging stations and enhancing the overall charging experience for users.
- https://www.minenergia.gov.co/es/sala-de-prensa/noticias-index/gobierno-nacional-lanza-robusto-paquete-de-incentivos-para-acelerar-la-infraestructura-de-carga-de-vehiculos-electricos-en-colombia/ – In November 2025, the Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy announced a comprehensive package of incentives to accelerate the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. These measures include exemptions, access to the unregulated energy market, and a 20% reduction in contributions, making the development of electric mobility infrastructure more profitable. The government aims to eliminate barriers and create an environment that stimulates innovation and clean mobility.
- https://leyes.co/se_promueve_el_uso_de_vehiculos_electricos.htm – Law 1964 of 2019 promotes the use of electric vehicles in Colombia by offering various incentives, including tax exemptions and reduced fees for electric vehicle registration. The law also encourages the establishment of preferential parking spaces and the development of charging infrastructure, aiming to make electric mobility more accessible and attractive to the public.
- https://www.ciaid.co/beneficios-tributarios-vehiculos-electricos-hibridos-colombia – CIAID offers services to help individuals and businesses in Colombia access tax benefits for investing in electric and hybrid vehicles. By managing the certification process with the Unit of Mining and Energy Planning (UPME), CIAID ensures that the benefits are legal, traceable, and free from reprocessing, potentially leading to up to a 25% tax saving, depending on the profile and scenario.
- https://voltrelli.com/en/news/voltrelli-colombia-caribe/ – In June 2026, Voltrelli, in partnership with ISA VÍAS, launched the first public fast-charging network for electric vehicles in Colombia’s Caribbean region. The project includes the installation of four strategically located fast-charging stations along the Cartagena–Barranquilla corridor and the Circunvalar de la Prosperidad highway, aiming to accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in the region by providing reliable and accessible charging infrastructure.
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Freshness check
Score: 8
Notes: The article was published on June 22, 2026, reporting on the ‘Ruta-E: Clean Energy in Motion’ project announced on June 17, 2026. (eluniversal.com.co) The information appears current and original, with no evidence of prior publication or recycled content. However, the project was initially announced on May 26, 2026, with details emerging over time. (portafolio.co)
Quotes check
Score: 7
Notes: The article includes a direct quote from María Fernanda Rojas Mantilla, Colombia’s Minister of Transport: ‘Colombia is already a regional leader in electric passenger vehicles, and we are going to achieve the same with trucks.’ While this quote is consistent with her public statements, it cannot be independently verified from the provided sources. The lack of direct attribution to a specific event or speech raises concerns about the quote’s authenticity.
Source reliability
Score: 8
Notes: The article is published on electrive.com, a reputable source specialising in electric mobility news. The information aligns with reports from other reputable outlets, such as El Universal and Semana. (eluniversal.com.co) However, the article does not provide direct links to primary sources or official statements, which limits the ability to verify the information independently.
Plausibility check
Score: 9
Notes: The plan to establish a 1,200km electric truck charging corridor in Colombia is plausible and aligns with the country’s ongoing efforts to promote electric mobility. The involvement of CALSTART and companies like DHL, BYD, Auteco Blue, TCC, and Voltrelli adds credibility to the initiative. However, the article lacks specific details about the charging infrastructure and the types of electric trucks to be deployed, which are crucial for assessing the project’s feasibility.