Electric lorries could soon become a common sight on German roads, with diesel lorries expected to be largely replaced by 2040, according to a study by auditing firm PwC. The study, set to be presented at the IAA Transportation trade fair in Hanover next week, highlights a significant shift in the transport industry. PwC’s analysis suggests that by 2030, over 20% of lorries and buses worldwide will be battery-electric. By 2040, this figure could soar to 90%. The study forecasts that global sales of electric lorries will reach 600,000 by 2030 and grow to 2.7 million annually by 2040. PwC’s stra…