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New research commissioned by Europcar, has uncovered the challenges that are holding the van sector back from keeping up with decarbonisation.
The white paper, ‘Van electrification: understanding barriers, identifying solutions’ answers the critical question: ‘why is van electrification progressing so slowly?’.
Of the 39% of operators who do not yet have electric vans on fleet, 38% said this was because they do not consider them to be fit for purpose; 15% put it down to cost. 46% said they would add e-vans to their fleet if they had a longer range.
With input from the BVRLA and The EV Café, as well as real-world examples of companies already seeing the benefits of electric vans, the whitepaper highlights the perceived and real-world challenges faced by fleet operators when it comes to van electrification.
Are van users thinking about Scope 3 emissions?
Another challenge for businesses reliant on commercial vehicles is Scope 3 emissions. With more big businesses considering the reputational issues around emissions, indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from sources within their supply chain that they do not own or control, but are still related to their activities – otherwise known as Scope 3 emissions – are becoming an urgent talking point. Scrutiny of activities, upstream and downstream, is coming under the spotlight, including transportation and distribution. Organisations providing these services could, therefore, come sharply into focus.
Rental: the flexibility of lease without the penalties
While many van users are still unsure about the impact of e-vans on performance and productivity, the best way to test and learn is to use rental solutions. And Europcar is gearing up for this demand with a wider range of models. We are also investing in the tools to support commercial vehicle drivers as they test and learn.
By working with Octopus Electroverse in a first-of-its-kind rental partnership, we are providing a seamless charging experience, overcoming the multi-app conundrum faced by so many EV drivers.
When it comes to helping drivers make the switch with confidence, rental plays a critical role, enabling a flexible switch to the new drivetrain that will keep pace with new technology developments as well as supporting fleets through seasonal and temporary demand.
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