Are Fleets Electric?

The future of company cars and vans is electric—that much is clear. But while the electric vehicle (EV) buzz is all about saving the planet and reducing fuel costs, the road to a fully electric fleet is rocky, and everyone from business owners to insurers is feeling the bumps.

Think about it: switching from petrol to electric isn't just a simple car swap. You have to consider a lot more than just the vehicle itself.

First up, the battery. It's the heart of the EV and even a small fender-bender could spell disaster, as a damaged battery often means writing off the entire vehicle. That's a lot of money and a lot of waste. The industry is trying to figure out how to repair these things instead of just scrapping them, but that takes time, money, and specialist skills.

Then there's the repair work. With so much high-tech and high-voltage gear under the bonnet, fixing an EV isn't like fixing a regular car.

The good news is that the industry is starting to get a handle on all this. Governments are offering grants to help businesses with the upfront costs of going electric, and insurers are using smart technology to get a better picture of who's driving safely. It's a work in progress, but the journey towards an electric future for company vehicles has definitely hit its stride.