Onboard solar has passed the point of proof: two European OEMs delivering SolarOnTop at scale
IM Efficiency's SolarOnTop is now being rolled out fleet-wide by major retailers and is now built into the production lines of Langendorf and Royal Burgers.
2026-09-14 Read More
IM Efficiency Joins the Zero Emission Corridor project
IM Efficiency is a partner in the Zero Emission Corridor project, helping reduce grid congestion and enable zero-emission freight transport through on-trailer solar energy and smart energy systems.
2026-06-23 Read More
Solar panels on trucks: A Viable business model validated by 1.3 million kilometers of data
Solar-integrated trucks are now a proven business model. In this article, discover real customer experiences, case studies and data from SolarMoves: the largest independent VIPV study, showing fuel savings, lower CO₂ emissions and improved fleet efficiency.
2026-04-22 Read More
From consumers to producers: SolarMoves proves solar-powered trucks are changing the energy game
Full report: SolarMoves proves solar-powered trucks reduce energy demand, cut fuel use, and ease grid congestion, based on real-world data from over 1.3 million km.
2026-04-15 Read More
Diesel prices are rising again. Why Solar is an efficient solution for fleets
Diesel prices in Europe are up €0.30–€0.40 per litre. See how SolarOnTop solar technology saves 1.000–3.000 litres per truck annually, reducing fuel volatility and operating costs for fleets.
2026-04-09 Read More
Report: Hitachi Vantara truck powers 52% of its electrical energy needs with SolarOnTop
Hitachi Vantara and Rhenus Logistics power their truck cabin and air conditioning with SolarOnTop, saving 1.284 L of fuel, cutting 4.147 kg of CO2 per year and improving driver happiness.
2026-02-10 Read More
How SolarOnTop improves driver well-being and retention in the transport industry
By providing uninterrupted power for essential truck cabin systems like air conditioning, lighting, and appliances, drivers rest better, reduce fatigue, and enjoy a more comfortable and quiet living environment on the road.
2026-01-27 Read More
How transport companies meet EU CO₂, ESG & CSRD regulations with SolarOnTop
Discover how SolarOnTop helps transport companies achieve EU CO₂ reduction targets, ESG compliance and CSRD reporting through cost-effective solar retrofit technology.
2026-01-13 Read More
IM Efficiency and Wingliner announce strategic partnership at NUFAM Fair
Wingliner orders SolarOnTop technology to power an electric MAN delivery truck. The first Wingliner equipped with SolarOnTop will be operated by Heineken Austria.
2025-09-26 Read More
6 Myths about solar for trucks and trailers — What fleet managers need to know
In this article, we’ll debunk the 6 most common myths about solar technology for trucks and trailers: Solar panels can’t generate enough power for trucks. / Solar technology is too expensive for fleets. / Solar panels add a lot of weight. / Solar only works in sunny climates. / Only electric trucks benefit from solar. / Solar panels are too fragile.
2025-07-07 Read More
IM Efficiency Expands into Chile with Trailer Logistics – Walmart Chile is the First to drive with SolarOnTop Technology
IM Efficiency has expanded into South America through a partnership with Trailer Logistics in Chile. Walmart Chile is now operating Burgers double-deck trailers equipped with SolarOnTop.
2025-05-14 Read More
How solar energy reduces truck downtime
Three major contributors to downtime are energy shortages, drained batteries, and broken cables. Solar energy provides a sustainable solution. By installing solar panels on trailers, fleets ensure a constant, uninterrupted power supply, keeping trucks running and reducing downtime.
2025-04-08 Read More
IM Efficiency receives € 2,651 million subsidy from Dutch government for its contribution to the SolarNL program.
IM Efficiency, a leading innovator in solar transportation solutions, secured a €2,651 million subsidy from the Dutch Government: Netherlands Enterprise Agency, to integrate solar technologies made from Dutch solar cells into 10.000 trailers by 2028 and achieve a manufacturing capacity to supply 100.000 trailers per year. Together, we will make more trucks love the sun.
2024-11-08 Read More
First performance study of a solar-powered commercial truck using SolarOnTop
The SolarOnTop technology powered 53% of the Van Rijnsbergen truck's electrical needs using solar energy. This led to savings of 1.672 liters of fuel and a reduction of 5.401 kg of CO₂ emissions.
2024-10-23 Read More
An interview with Multitrax about the impact of SolarOnTop on its customers' operations
During an interview, Multitrax highlighted the impact of SolarOnTop on its customers' operations: silent and sustainable docking operations, as well as fuel and CO₂ savings.
2024-09-30 Read More
An interview with the fleet manager of Vos Logistics Benelux Distribution about the impact of SolarOnTop on their operations
Insightful interview with the Fleet Manager of our customer Vos Logistics, offering valuable insights into their experience with SolarOnTop and the benefits for their fleet operations.
2024-06-19 Read More
IM Efficiency raises large Seed Round from BOM, Rockstart, and private investors to accelerate the use of solar energy in road freight transportation
IM Efficiency successfully secures Seed funding.
2023-05-01 Read More
IM Efficiency contributes to SolarNL project: Revolutionizing the solar industry in the Netherlands and Europe.
IM Efficiency joins forces with Dutch solar companies to bring back photovoltaic manufacturing to the Netherlands through the SolarNL project.
2023-03-01 Read More
Driven by onions, powered by sun - Wiskerke Onions successfully implements the SolarOnTop.
Wiskerke Onions recently installed IM Efficiency's SolarOnTop technology on two of their trailers.
2023-03-01 Read More
IM Efficiency partners with SolarMoves to explore the potential of solar-powered vehicles
IM Efficiency is pleased to announce its partnership with SolarMoves to support the transition to an all-electric transport system in the EU.
2023-02-01 Read More
Action Starts with Implementation of IM Efficiency SolarOnTop Technology for a Sustainable Future
The SolarOnTop technology was officially launched within the fleet of Action, during an Action Sustainability Event in the distribution center in Echt (Limburg).
2023-02-01 Read More
Hitachi Vantara reduces emissions through solar power
To make the next leap towards sustainability, IM Efficiency has partnered with Hitachi Vantara European distribution center to implement SolarOnTop on long-haul trucks.
2022-12-01 Read More
IM Efficiency, the winner of SHV Energy innovation challenge
IM Efficiency has won the SHV Energy Innovation Challenge, aimed at limiting SHV Energy's direct CO₂ emissions in scope 1 and 2 across various stages of its value chain.
2022-11-01 Read More
Kuehne+Nagel is driving with the power of the sun to lower CO₂ emissions
As part of the goal to create more sustainable supply chain solutions, Kuehne+Nagel is reducing CO₂ emissions in the Netherlands with photovoltaics installed on top of trucks.
2022-08-01 Read More
IM Efficiency closing Seed funding round with Rockstart, TechFund One and existing investors
IM Efficiency has launched its SolarOnTop technology to reduce truck fuel consumption by more than 5% and has recently closed a seed funding round to finance its growth.
2022-03-01 Read More
Heemskerk Dairy keeping it calm with SolarOnTop and MOFFETT
Heemskerk Dairy, IM Efficiency and MOFFETT collaborate to reduce noise around livestock and CO₂ pollution with vehicle integrated photovoltaics.
2022-01-01 Read More
Van der Linden rust nieuwe Scania uit met zonnepanelen
Van Der Linden (Hillegom, NL) has recently chosen to expand its fleet with the purchase of a new Scania truck with the SolarOnTop.
2021-07-01 Read More
IM Efficiency is participating in the BNR Green Quest
IM Efficiency is participating with its product SolarOnTop in the BNR Green Quest challenge, a competition among 31 start-ups with sustainable, innovative products. You decide with your vote who the winner of this challenge will be, and therefore we would like to ask for your help!
2021-05-01 Read More
H.Essers first to innovate with solar panels on trucks in Belgium
SolarOnTop pilot with two vehicles running at H.Essers
2020-12-01 Read More
IM Efficiency participates in the new European Platform ASOM
IM Efficiency, together with partners, set up a new European platform aimed at Solar in Mobility. The new platform is called ASOM. ASOM is a cooperative European platform to establish and stimulate the Solar Mobility Industry.
2020-11-01 Read More
2nd place in Trailer Innovation Award for SolarOnTop
Emons and IM Efficiency took second place in the prestigious Trailer Innovation Award 2021 in the Environment category.
2020-11-01 Read More
Expansion of IM Efficiency Management Team
Paul Haverkamp (50) joined IM Efficiency as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) on 15 August. Previously Paul worked at TVM verzekeren and Volkswagen Pon Financial Services.
2020-09-01 Read More
SolarOnTop: a milestone for sustainable transport
SolarOnTop, an innovation by IM Efficiency is now being pilot tested by Vos Logistics. The photovoltaic system supplies trucks with green electricity from solar panels.
2020-09-01 Read More
Pilot series of SolarOnTop kicked-off
IM Efficiency has entered the final phase for the market introduction of the innovative solution SolarOnTop. Together with a number of transporters, 10 vehicles are fitted with solar panels on the roof of the trailer or box truck.
2020-07-01 Read More
IM Efficiency turns semi-trailers into mobile solar parks
Investors from the Netherlands and Belgium have been attracted for the commercial introduction of SolarOnTop.
2020-05-01 Read More
Zonnepanelen op oplegger besparen CO₂-uitstoot en geld bij trucks
IM Efficiency begins installing the first trucks in the Netherlands with their SolarOnTop system and subsequently installs trucks in other European countries.
2019-11-01 Read More