Should my fleet use BEVs or PHEVs?

BEVs vs PHEVs

Choosing between Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) for your fleet will depend on several factors - including the typical distances covered by your drivers.

Using petrol or diesel as a backup, PHEVs can travel further without the need for frequent charging, thus reducing the stress of having to find somewhere to recharge. But if you use BEVs - fully electric battery vehicles - you can rest assured that you are contributing to a cleaner environment.

Below are a few points for consideration:

BEVs:

Fully electric

BEVs run entirely on electric power with no internal combustion engine, resulting in zero tailpipe emissions.

Environmental benefits

They produce no direct emissions, making them the best choice for reducing your fleet's carbon footprint.

Lower fuel costs

Electricity is generally cheaper than petrol or diesel, leading to lower per-mile operating costs.

Reduced maintenance

With fewer moving parts compared to internal combustion engine vehicles, BEVs typically have lower maintenance costs.

Charging infrastructure

Reliable access to charging stations is crucial. You'll need to invest in or have access to sufficient charging infrastructure.

Range

BEVs have a limited range compared to traditional vehicles. Ensure the range meets your fleet’s daily operational needs.

PHEVs:

Dual power source

PHEVs combine an electric battery with a petrol or diesel engine, offering the flexibility to switch between electric and traditional fuel.

Greater range flexibility

PHEVs can travel longer distances without the need for frequent charging, using petrol or diesel as a backup.

Fuel costs

While PHEVs can run on electricity for shorter trips (reducing fuel costs), they still rely on petrol or diesel, which can increase fuel expenses compared to BEVs.

Maintenance

PHEVs have more components (both electric and combustion), which can lead to higher maintenance costs compared to BEVs.

Emissions

Although PHEVs produce fewer emissions than traditional petrol or diesel vehicles, they still emit pollutants when running on the combustion engine.