Charging your commercial fleet
As more and more businesses are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and save on fuel costs, electric commercial vehicles are becoming an increasingly popular choice. In recent years, we've seen a surge in the development and production of electric delivery vans, buses, and other types of commercial vehicles. And with new models on the horizon, it's an exciting time for the electric commercial vehicle market. In this column, we'll be exploring the latest developments in electric commercial vehicles, discussing the benefits and challenges of transitioning to an electric fleet, and highlighting some of the newest models coming to market. Whether you're a business owner looking to make the switch to electric or just curious about the future of transportation, we hope you'll join us as we dive into the world of electric commercial vehicles. But not to paint picture in bright tones there are issues with Electrifying a commercial fleets so there are several reasons why commercial fleet owners may not be switching to electric vehicles (EVs) in large numbers. Some of the main reasons include:
Cost: One of the main barriers to switching to EVs is the upfront cost. Although the total cost of ownership of an EV is often lower than that of a traditional internal combustion engine vehicle, the initial purchase price can be higher, which can be a barrier for fleet owners who may be working with tight budgets.
Range and charging infrastructure: Another concern for fleet owners is the range of EVs and the availability of charging infrastructure. Fleet vehicles often need to travel long distances, and EVs may not have the range to do so without needing to stop and charge. Additionally, there may not be sufficient charging infrastructure in place to support a fleet of EVs.
Vehicle availability: There may not be a sufficient number of EVs available to meet the needs of commercial fleet owners. For example, there may not be a sufficient number of EVs that can meet the payload or towing capacity requirements of certain types of fleet vehicles.
Resale value: Fleet owners may also be concerned about the resale value of EVs, as the market for used EVs is still developing.
Fleet size: Finally, it may simply be too expensive for a commercial fleet owner to switch their entire fleet to EVs all at once. It may be more practical for them to switch to EVs gradually, as their traditional vehicles reach the end of their useful life.
