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The Great British Fleet Awards 2024 – an integral part of the Great British Fleet Event – recognised the very best electric cars and vans on the market. Here are the details of all the winners...
INNOVATION AWARDS
INNOVATION IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES
WINNER > Motor Assist
Developed by AX, Motor Assist is an innovative and modular incident and claims management service designed to be fully flexible to support the varied needs of fleet operators and drivers.
Backed by a dedicated team, the technology-led solution covers every process including FNOL, triage, repair deployment, downtime management, mobility solutions, and now also incorporates AX’s EV-for-EV replacement vehicle guarantee.
The service uses a cutting-edge, platform MAccess that has been built to its own specification to optimise the customer journey. It also harnesses the data generated by vehicles allowing effective management of downtime and control of costs. Fleets can choose between a full end-to-end offering or a bespoke modular approach that best suits their needs.
It’s an innovative approach that’s working to take the headache out of incident management, helping fleets get back on the road faster.
HIGHLY COMMENDED > AnnexusEV
INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY
WINNER > Allstar
Allstar Chargepass is supporting UK businesses to transition to EVs by providing an all-in-one payment solution that can help businesses work smarter across the board.
Through the acquisition of Mina by Allstar’s parent company, Corpay, Allstar Chargepass has enhanced its offering, blending Mina’s start-up ingenuity with the market-leading capabilities of Allstar. It enables fleets to switch to full electric, hybrid or mixed fuelled fleets by combining the payment of on-the-road and at-home charging into a singular proposition, alongside traditional refuelling.
Customers get a holistic view of all charging sessions across the fleet alongside any traditional refuelling, with consolidated billing, accurate driver settlement and online reporting, simplifying charging and fuel needs. It’s a game-changer for fleets going electric – and a core part of Allstar’s work to help companies drive down CO₂ emissions long into the future.
HIGHLY COMMENDED > Iveco
VEHICLE AWARDS
BEST EV COMPACT CAR
WINNER > MG4 EV
A mightily impressive component of the MG range, which continues to launch products that enable drivers to transition to electric vehicles in a cost-effective way. Value for money isn’t the only positive here, though – the MG4 EV is great to drive, spacious and offers an excellent driving range.
BEST EV SMALL SUV
WINNER > Volvo EX30
One of the most eagerly-awaited cars of recent times – electric or otherwise – the EX30 has won a lot of admirers with its performance, use of sustainable materials and comfort. The Tesla-inspired minimalist interior will appeal to a lot of drivers, too.
BEST EV MEDIUM SUV
WINNER > Audi Q4 e-tron
With the usual high interior quality drivers expect from an Audi – and impressive driving dynamics – the Q4 e-tron is still the go-to electric SUV in this segment. Other e-tron models have taken inspiration and confidence from the success that Audi has had with the Q4.
BEST EV LARGE SUV
WINNER > Kia EV9
The Kia EV9 could be the electric vehicle that moves more drivers away from petrol or diesel car than any other. Key attributes include seven seats, a high-quality interior and more miles from the battery to cure almost any case of range anxiety.
BEST EV EXECUTIVE CAR
WINNER > Hyundai IONIQ 6
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 truly stands out from the crowd, maximising efficiency with its aerodynamics and ultra-fast charging capabilities. Meanwhile, the high quality and hi-tech interior provides a comfortable and relaxing environment for every sort of journey.
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EV VAN OF THE YEAR
WINNER > VW ID. Buzz Cargo
We couldn’t help liking the ID. Buzz Cargo. The design stopped people in the streets, the simple instrumentation and clean cab design is shared with the ID. passenger car range and the 245-mile range helps to add to its practicality. Sliding doors each side are standard, as are twin rear doors and a wooden floor covering. With space for two Euro pallets in the back, the load area is well thought out too. Payload could be better, but it’s good to drive and a great way to get noticed if you need a vehicle that attracts attention. It’s a good counter to those who think electric vans are dull.
ONE TO WATCH
WINNER > Canoo
A new name for the UK market, but not a new startup. US-based Canoo builds a range of electric vehicles from cars to vans and a pickup truck. The company has an impressive client list in the US and is expanding into other markets too. Visitors to the Great British Fleet Event will have seen one of Canoo’s vehicles and the company also attended the CV Show. The light CV EV transition in the UK is happening faster than critics would have you believe and Canoo intends to be part of it.
