In 2019, the increase in total cost price reached +1.5% for long-distance transport. For 2020, cost inflation forecasts excluding diesel are between +1.4% and +2% on average for the year.
The predominant factor remains the cost of driving personnel. Given the uncertainty surrounding its evolution, the CNR bases its forecasts on two scenarios.
Other items showing increases include maintenance, which is expected to be between +1.6% and +1.7% for articulated vehicles, and tolls, which are expected to be +1.4%.

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Suggested further reading: the survey «  the road transport market », conducted by BP2R among 200 transport companies. It presents their intentions regarding driver recruitment, fleet development, fare revisions, as well as their outlook for business, profitability, etc.