DAF offer promises electric truck TCO parity with diesel

DAF Trucks is making a bold statement to promote fleet electrification with a limited time offer on 100 zero-emissions XD Electric 350 FT 4x2 tractor units, backed by the manufacturer’s pledge that the truck will deliver parity on total cost of ownership (TCO) at 42-tonnes GCW over five years compared with an equivalent diesel-powered truck via traditional operating lease funding.

The initiative underscores the market leader’s confidence in the commercial viability of electric transport. The offer is open until 15th December, with factory builds completed by 30th April 2026 and registration before 31st May 2026.

Five-year TCO analysis by DAF Trucks reveals a compelling business case. Taking into account UK tax benefits, Plug in Truck Grant, fuel savings, maintenance costs and zero road tax, operators could even see weekly running costs lower than equivalent diesel trucks using a 100,000Km per annum benchmark, when compared against traditional operating lease with R&M.

PACCAR Financial is supporting the offer through contract purchase terms, with DAF MultiSupport R&M contracts available to provide nationwide maintenance coverage. The structure allows operators to benefit from reclaiming VAT upfront, claiming 100% First Year Capital Allowances, while retaining full flexibility at contract end through a guaranteed future value provision. This enables operators the option to either pay the stated balloon and take full ownership of the truck or hand the truck back (subject to return conditions), owing nothing more, thus giving operators maximum flexibility at the end of the term.