How to Electrify Your Fleet

Why should you electrify your fleet? It’s simple: internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles account for a significant quantity of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. There’s an urgent need to reduce emissions to prevent the worst effects of climate change, and with 50% of vehicles on the roads today registered to corporate organisations, businesses have a key part to play.

But electrification is not only an opportunity to lower your business’s environmental footprint (and keep your customers, partners and investors happy). It’s also a way to improve cost efficiency thanks to a reduced total cost of ownership (TCO; see below) and to give employees a better and more high-tech driving experience.

At the same time, many companies are recognising not just the benefits of making the switch, but also the necessity of doing so. With greater regulatory pressure from governments and other authorities and higher sustainability requirements in commercial tenders, going electric is a vital condition for securing business continuity.

For Ayvens, the question is not why go electric, but when. And the answer is now.

Going electric can make a real difference to your fleet

Organisations right across the UK are recognising the benefits of moving to electric vehicles. As well as the opportunity to lower their environmental footprint, it can be a chance to improve cost efficiency and make employees feel valued by giving them a better driving experience.

For Ayvens, the question is not why go electric, but when. Our team are here to support the transition.

Matthew WaltersHead of Consultancy Services

Is your fleet EV ready?

Our EV readiness tool can help you assess your fleet to see how ready you are for electrification. It also gives you ideas to help you take the first steps.

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5 steps to vehicle electrification

When it comes to an electric fleet, acting now and getting ahead of the game could bring extra benefits. There are also a range of ways to simplify the transition, such as the five-step plan our Consultancy team have developed. They can help with the information, tools and support you need to help guide you forward.

We can actively support your transition to an electric fleet with a 5 step approach:

Diagnose
We start by reviewing where you are. This includes benchmarking your fleet against your industry, assessing country and employee readiness, establishing emission and cost baselines, and defining achievable targets. Click here for the Ayvens mobility report.
Model
We work with you to create total cost of ownership (TCO) and emission models and scenarios, which are based on your fleet strategy, composition and targets.
Select
We help you optimise fleet costs, select the right vehicles and OEM partners, and explore charging solutions at home and in the workplace. We can also support you with charging reimbursement options .
Engage
We help you bring internal stakeholders on board with the changes. For example, with salary sacrifice schemes, we will help you strengthen your business case and drive employee engagement by providing materials for employee training and internal meetings.
Implement
We support you through the final stage of the transition plan, such as updating mobility policies, monitoring employee satisfaction and introducing reporting capabilities to track progress against your sustainability goals.

A one-powertrain-fits-all approach rarely suits everyone… we often find a blend of mild hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric battery vehicles balance the need for the different situations and requirements of your employees

Matthew WaltersHead of Consultancy Services

Should my company fleet go electric?

When it comes to the big decision, there are three major factors to consider:

Fleet readiness tools

How EV ready is your fleet?

Transitioning to electric vehicles can seem like a huge undertaking for fleets, but it doesn't have to be daunting. We have broken the process down into manageable segments with advice to help guide you forward.

Fleet EV Readiness

Which fuel is right for your van?

Traditionally diesel-weighted, commercial vehicle fleet operators have a growing range of plug-in vans to choose from. This tool can help identify how those vehicles might fit your needs

Which fuel is right for your van?

EV versus ICE comparator

How much does it cost to drive an Electric Vehicle (EV) compared to a similar internal combustion engine (ICE) model, our latest EV versus ICE calculator provides a useful overview of the costs associated to help you decide what's right.

EV versus ICE comparator

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An easier solution for TCO and CO2

It can be a challenge to balance sustainability and cost savings in fleet management. We can help you make smart choices for your fleet that will optimise your total cost and reduce your CO2 footprint.

We look at topics such as your company's environmental goals, the types of vehicles you use, tax rules and your drivers’ fuel use in the real world. This means you can:

Find out how much it costs to run your fleet and how much CO2 your vehicles produce (real world emissions vs OEM estimated)
Make decisions about different fuels and charging options.
Pick the best vehicles for your needs.
Show your drivers what's in it for them.

Mission critical expertise on eLCV fleet transitions

There’s more to think about when you’re looking at moving to an electric van fleet. Topics such as weight, payload and towing capabilities that just aren’t required in the same way for passenger car fleets. This is why it’s important to work with a leasing provider that understands the complexity and can help you find straightforward solutions.

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With extensive mission critical fleet specialism, we have ensured the smooth transitions of hundreds of commercial vehicles and their drivers to eLCVs

Matt DillonHead of Commercial Vehicles

An international perspective on electrification

Our International Consultancy Services team have many years of experience in helping clients with international fleets understand the advantages of electric vehicles. If you’re thinking about switching, they can work with you from the first conversation about your requirements all the way to vehicle delivery and beyond.

We start by understanding your fleet set up and goals. The next step is to help you explore the opportunities for your international fleet in line with your business sustainability targets and carry out a price comparison, so you can see what kind of financial benefits you could gain.

We then support you in updating your fleet policy and planning how we can work with you to put your EV transition into practice – all around the world.