Buy an ice cream cart: the electric ice cream van
The L5 eFoodTuk as a mobile electric ice cream cart with custom-designed soft serve or scoop ice cream equipment – available as a new vehicle, EU road-legal, and branded with your company design.
The mobile ice cream parlor
Anyone looking to buy an ice cream truck today usually ends up on the used market: old vending vehicles with diesel engines, generators running for cooling, and a technical history that no one knows.
The L5 eFoodTuk is a different approach – a new, 100% electric ice cream truck with EU road approval, featuring cooling and ice cream equipment built from the ground up to suit your concept: soft serve, scooped ice cream, or both. The walk-in interior with 3.15 m² of space and 1.95 m of standing height makes it a fully functional workspace – quiet enough for any residential street, schoolyard, or festival.
What makes the L5 eFoodTuk stand out as an ice cream truck
Quiet where ice cream is sold: Residential streets, festivals, weddings – electric operation is virtually silent. The ice cream truck is heard when it wants to be, not because a generator is running.
No exhaust fumes by the ice cream counter: 100% emission-free – a selling point for guests and event organizers alike.
Suitable for indoor use and sensitive areas: Shopping malls, exhibition halls, low-emission zones, and pedestrian areas.
Low operating costs: No fuel, no generator logistics—simply plug into any standard 230V outlet to charge.
Let’s discuss your specific needs and determine the optimal configuration together. Schedule a consultation →
One ice cream vehicle, many business models.
Ice Cream Shops & Cafés on Wheels
A brick-and-mortar ice cream shop is tied to one location, but an ice cream cart can go anywhere: to street festivals, the local lake, or a corporate headquarters. As a branded extension, an ice cream vehicle brings your brand to the season and lets you test new locations without the cost of a second storefront.
Weddings, corporate events & festivals
A booked ice cream cart is a summer classic in event catering. By offering this service with your own vehicle, you gain availability during peak season and a presentation that is booked as part of the experience – operating almost silently, even next to wedding ceremonies and coffee receptions.
Hotels, theme parks & municipalities
An ice cream station by the pool, in the park, or in a pedestrian zone: operators create mobile sales points exactly where seasonal demand arises – and the quiet, emission-free operation is perfect for sensitive environments.
Starting a business: launching with an ice cream cart
Selling ice cream is one of the most accessible ways to enter the mobile catering industry: a clear product, a predictable season, and manageable fixed costs. During our consultation, we develop a configuration that fits your concept and budget – including leasing and financing options.
Configure your ice cream truck with a soft serve machine and refrigerated counter
Soft serve, scooped ice cream, or both: Soft serve machines, refrigerated counters, and freezers are planned according to your concept and installed in compliance with CE standards.
Walk-in workspace: 3.15 m² of space, 1.95 m standing height, room for up to two people – comes standard with a stainless steel countertop, sink, and 8 power outlets.
Your look – including retro style: Full wrap, colors, and custom lettering – from modern brand design to a nostalgic ice cream truck look in Italian or American style.
The vehicle base is provided by the L5 eFoodTuk, our fully electric food truck. All details about the L5 eFoodTuk →
Buying a new or used ice cream truck?
The used market for ice cream trucks is large – and risky, because your entire business depends on the cooling technology:
A cold chain with no hidden history: When buying a used ice cream truck, you inherit aging cooling units and an unknown maintenance history – for a product that requires flawless, continuous cooling. In a new vehicle, the cooling and ice cream equipment is brand new, CE-compliant, and sized specifically for your business concept.
Electric instead of diesel idling: Many used vehicles rely on engine idling or generators for cooling – which is noisy, produces exhaust, and is increasingly restricted in many zones. The eFoodTuk operates 100% electrically.
Equipment by design, not by chance: Soft serve machine, refrigerated counter, freezer: With a new vehicle, your concept dictates the equipment – not what the previous owner happened to install.
Warranty and spare parts: Full warranty, service, and original parts – instead of hunting for parts for a discontinued model.
Proven European technology
European e-mobility, personal consulting, and reliable support for professional applications. Because trust isn't built on promises, but on experience, service, and clear accountability.
Find out how we support companies, municipalities, and partners. Learn more about us →
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ice cream truck cost?
The price depends on the ice cream and refrigeration equipment—a scoop ice cream concept with a refrigerated counter is calculated differently than a soft-serve setup with a machine. You will receive a customized quote. Leasing and financing are available through our financing partner.
New or used ice cream truck – which is more economical?
Used vehicles are cheaper to purchase, but they come with aging refrigeration technology, an unknown history, and often rely on diesel or generator power. A new vehicle pays off through seasonal reliability, low operating costs, and equipment that fits your concept from day one—we can run the numbers for your specific case during a consultation.
What distinguishes the L5 eFoodTuk from an ice cream trailer?
An ice cream trailer requires a suitable towing vehicle and must be positioned at the site. In contrast, the L5 eFoodTuk is a self-driving electric L5e vehicle with a walk-in workspace. The refrigerated counter, soft-serve machine, freezer, and branding are all planned to suit your specific concept.
Buy or rent an ice cream cart?
Renting is suitable for one-off events. If you are operating for a full season or offering ice cream catering, owning your own ice cream vehicle is more cost-effective: you have full availability during busy weekends, your own branding, and a vehicle that pays for itself every season.
What ice cream equipment is available—soft-serve or scoop ice cream?
Both, or a combination: soft-serve machines, refrigerated counters for scoop ice cream, and freezers are planned according to your concept. A stainless steel countertop, sink, and 8 power outlets come as standard. We will coordinate the energy and cooling concept to match your equipment.
What permits do I need to sell ice cream?
Different requirements apply depending on how you use it—such as a traveling trade permit, pitch permits, and food safety regulations, including hygiene requirements for cooling and processing. We will help you navigate these requirements.
Can the ice cream cart be designed with a retro look?
Yes—the tuk-tuk format already brings a nostalgic charm, and through full wraps, colors, and lettering, we can create any look you want: an Italian gelateria aesthetic, American retro style, or your own modern brand design.
Where does the power for the cooling system and ice cream machine come from?
The energy concept is tailored to your equipment—depending on the configuration and location, this can be done via a shore power connection at your pitch, for example. The vehicle itself can be charged at any standard 230V outlet. We will clarify the details during your consultation based on your specific concept.
What driver's license do I need?
Generally, a Class B license is sufficient. The exact requirements depend on the country and type of use and will be clarified during your consultation.
Can't find your question here? Contact us – we provide individual advice on models, configurations, and areas of application. Contact sales →
Overview of further solutions
One vehicle, many business ideas: The L5 eFoodTuk offers a compact, electric food truck platform for custom sales concepts.
Burger food truck
Fully equipped burger food truck with professional griddle, refrigeration unit, and additional workspace.
Mobile ice cream cart
Electric ice cream cart with built-in freezer units, ice cream machine, and workspace for frozen desserts, ice cream, or slushies.
Mobile fry stand
Fully equipped fry cart with stainless steel countertop, deep fryer, ventilation, and refrigeration for fresh ingredients.
Mobile currywurst stand
Fully equipped currywurst food truck with a professional griddle, refrigeration unit, and extra workspace.
Custom concept
Have an idea of your own? We tailor the kitchen and interior design precisely to your food concept, workflow, and target audience.
We would be happy to provide you with individual advice on the L5 eFoodTuk and, if you wish, prepare a tailored quote for your catering concept.