Navigate escalating fuel costs with eVan rental
As fuel prices continue to rise – reaching nearly £2 per litre for diesel by the middle of September and petrol not far behind – businesses are facing difficult decisions. It’s especially challenging for organisations where commercial vehicles underpin their operations. Running costs are becoming harder to manage, putting a squeeze on already pressured margins.
Fleet managers need practical and cost-effective ways to reduce costs and protect their bottom line. Switching from diesel to electric vans is an ideal solution, and it brings environmental benefits too. But organisations remain hesitant, with the productivity impact a key factor as van-ready charging infrastructure remains lacking and the more limited battery life with a full payload.
eVans coming of age
The good news is that electric vans are catching up with electric cars in terms of range, and charging infrastructure is growing and increasing in accessibility. If vans can be charged overnight at home or on business premises, the cost per mile is significantly below that of diesel or petrol. And whilst public rapid charging for electric vehicles is currently marginally higher than a litre of diesel, the likelihood of price parity isn’t far away.
The environmental benefits of an electric fleet are clear, and businesses able to charge vehicles onsite are already seeing substantial financial savings. However, purchasing vehicles or committing to a long-term lease brings uncertainty and inflexibility. How will drivers adapt and will a 3- or 5-year contract now mean they miss out on advances in performance and technology that are likely to come in the near future?
Make a flexible and low-risk switch with rental
The answer is rental which is already providing many businesses with a flexible bridge from diesel and petrol to electric van fleets.
Zero tailpipe emissions vehicles can be integrated into fleets without long-term capital commitment. Models can be selected based on short-term needs, swapping them out if demand changes while getting to know how eVans can fit into day-to-day operations. Rental demonstrates the benefits and addresses concerns surrounding the practicality and business impact of an electric fleet. It also helps reduce the operational costs of going into Clean Air (CAZ) and Ultra Low Emission (ULEZ) zones.
The EV partner of choice
With a wide range of full battery options on fleet, including VW, Ford, Peugeot and Vauxhall, Europcar has a commercial vehicle to suit every use case, helping businesses navigate the fleet transition without compromising on choice or operational efficiency. There’s immediate availability, with rapid delivery across the UK in as little as 24 hours and all servicing and maintenance are covered.
And by switching to electric, organisations can enhance their environmental credentials too. Adding eVans to a fleet means internal emissions targets can be tackled and SCOPE 3 requirements met.