entry-level EVs for most categories of commercial vehicle. The initial analysis will identify the optimal
balance of internal combustion engine (ICE) and EV vehicles in your fleet as an initial step towards transition. Then you need to decide which EVs are the most suitable replacements for the ICE vehicles nearing retirement. Look at battery size, range and charging times.
Analyse how much solar power you are producing and compare those numbers to the energy requirements of various EVs. Match up your supply with potential demand for the best investment. Your EV fleet may look a little different from your ICE fleet, but it should ultimately produce the same results. By the time you are ready to start replacing
your ICE fleet, most likely with smaller delivery vehicles in the one-to four-tonne range, there will be a greater range of options to select from, as EV manufacturers are regularly launching new models and producing increasingly superior vehicles. Furthermore, import tariffs and duties could be adjusted in future government budget announcements, which will go a long way to the affordability of these eco-friendly vehicles.
4. Identify suitable routes With a good understanding of your new vehicles’ capabilities, it is time to look at the most suitable routes to send them on. The first routes to be serviced by EVs will likely be loops of around 74 miles from the depot, and likely in Greater London,
which has more than 20 000 EV charging points already. This will allow for two passes a day, with a fast charge after the first loop while the vehicle is being reloaded, and a full charge overnight on low-power charging. Longer routes won’t be viable for some time as
• • • ELECTRICVEHICLES • • • Monitoring battery health, energy consumption,
they will require charging infrastructure along major national routes, which will undoubtedly take a while to complete. However, shorter routes can reduce your fuel spend from the outset. When the first tranche of your routes has gone
electric and you’ve got new data to analyse - which routes work best, what the best charging schedule is for your business, your largest expenses and biggest savings, and so on - you can revisit your initial plan and make improvements for the next wave EVs you acquire.
5. Data management Data management and analytics are even more important for EV fleets than ICE fleets. EV fleets require careful management of resources since you won’t be able to pop into a nearby fuelling station if a vehicle runs out of power. One of the key benefits of data management and analytics for EV fleets is the ability to optimise charging infrastructure. Fleet managers who analyse data on vehicle usage patterns, charging times, and energy consumption, can identify the optimal locations for charging stations. This ensures that vehicles have convenient access to charging points and reduces the risk of downtime due to lack of power.
and vehicle performance also lets fleet managers identify potential issues before they become major problems. Thankfully, electric vehicles generate vast amounts of data that, with the assistance of a reliable electric vehicle fleet management system, will set your company up for a successful future in theEVera.
Anticipate further
emissions regulations The UK is currently aligned with the EU’s 2019/631 legislation, which introduced a zero and low emission benchmark of 15 per cent of the vehicles in a manufacturers fleet for 2025. It’s only a matter of time before the government tightens these regulations even further, meaning fleet operators need to be proactive in introducing structural changes to ensure they are compliant with new laws. An EV fleet is a neat solution to satisfying the developing standards of emissions control. Not only does it show commitment to a greener planet, but you can also take advantage of economic benefits, such as reduced fuel and maintenance costs, improved efficiency, and vehicle longevity, all of which are good for your business.
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