RESEARCH REVEALS IMPACT OF PAYLOAD AND TOWING ON EV RANGE
they are empty, according to research by leasing company Arval. In trials carried out at Millbrook Proving Ground, it was found a half- loaded mid-size electric van saw a range dip of 7%, and a fully-loaded van of 11%, while half-loaded and fully-loaded large electric vans saw range dips of 11% and 14% respectively.
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The effects of towing were also checked and this was found to create an extra 14% drop in range for mid-
ully-loaded electric vans see a drop in real-world range of up to 14% compared with when
sized electric vans and an extra 20% drop in range for large electric vans. By comparison, a diesel van is said to see a 15% fall in fuel efficiency when towing.
The research is included in Arval’s latest Electric Vehicles Revealed report. Report contributor and Arval UK LCV consultant Simon Cook said: “For commercial vehicles, which typically tow while also carrying a full load, the research found range was reduced by between a quarter and a third over the real-use figure.
“What does this mean in reality? If your fully-charged van range is typically
120 miles unladen, then you’re looking at a 83–91 mile maximum while towing. If you’re already operating on the basis of a range while at 100% payload and a range of 105 miles, then the impact of towing will be a 14–22 mile decrease.”
Cook said the government’s electrification targets mean it is vital for operators to know which roles electric vans can fill. He said: “Electric vehicles are very good for the act of towing – their smooth and instant power delivery really helps. However, the range and charging infrastructure mean electric vans won’t work for all businesses’ needs at this point in time. “Arval’s data empowers fleet managers and corporations to work out which jobs electric vans can do now. It also shows, when upcoming new longer-range electric vans are available, how these could be used by businesses.
“Solving the BEV adoption hurdles in the wider LCV market may need some significant work, but, in all but a couple of areas, progress is being made. “Van ranges in the small and medium sectors are improving rapidly. Charging infrastructure is seeing significant investment. There are, however, still difficulties surrounding larger eLCVs that cover higher mileages.”
ELECTRIC FLEET MILESTONE MITIE HITS 50% up of EVs. F
The milestone has been reached with the addition of a fleet of Vauxhall Vivaro-E vans, to be used by mobile engineers from Mitie’s technical services division. The firm now has more than 3,500
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acilities management company Mitie has announced that 50% of its fleet is now made
EVs on its fleet, and is targeting a fully- electric fleet by the end of 2025. Group fleet manager Heidi Thompson said: “Reaching the halfway stage in our road map to achieve a zero-emission fleet is an important milestone that underscores our commitment to our Plan Zero pledge, and our goal of fully electrifying our vehicles by the end of 2025.
“With more than 3,500 electric- powered vehicles now in operation, we’re proud to boast one of the largest electric fleets in the UK. “Mitie continues to lead the way in fleet electrification and is proud to be at the forefront of sustainable practices within our industry as well as supporting other organisations to achieve their own net-zero targets.”
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NEW HEAD OF DIRECT SALES FOR VWCV
Tom Macintyre
olkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced the appointment of Tom Macintyre as head of direct sales. Macintyre will take on his new role in September replacing David Hanna, who is becoming head of network sales at Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles. Macintyre first joined Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in August 2021 as head of product planning, having previously worked for Volkswagen Financial Services. In his new position, he will be tasked with delivering against Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ strategic priorities, including growing its market share in electric vehicles. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles director Cian O’Brien said: “We are delighted to offer Tom this opportunity to continue expanding his career within the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand. “Tom’s broad experience across strategic transformation and digital process development make him well appointed to deliver our business priorities.”
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