How to Maximise the Range of Your Electric LCV

Описание: In episode two of The Future's Electric, we explore the real dynamics shaping electric van adoption in the UK, including government incentives and manufacturer support, battery longevity, used-market challenges and the impact of upcoming Euro 7 emission standards.

CoolKit CEO Rupert Gatty and Lex Autolease's Commercial Vehicle Manager Andy Hill discuss how the plug-in vehicle grant (currently running until 2027) and stronger OEM support driven by the ZEV mandate are helping reduce the capital cost of EVs, making electric vans increasingly competitive with internal combustion engine (ICE) equivalents.

They also explore how changes in supply are affecting lead times, with EV variants often available far quicker than their diesel counterparts.

A key focus is the used EV market and why residual values remain one of the biggest barriers to broader adoption. We unpack myths around battery degradation, including real-world examples of high-mileage EVs showing minimal decline.

With the Euro 7 emissions standard approaching, we discuss how new testing requirements for brake dust, tyre particles and battery performance could influence fleet decisions and leasing models. We also dive into why leasing continues to offer a strong safety net for businesses unsure about long-term EV value, how depreciation risk is managed and why longer lease terms (up to seven years) are becoming more viable as EV reliability improves.

If you're a fleet manager, sustainability lead or business exploring the transition to electric vans, this episode gives you a nuanced, grounded look at the economics, risks and opportunities shaping the commercial EV landscape today.

CoolKit electric refrigerated van conversions: https://www.coolkit.co.uk

Lex Autolease: https://www.lexautolease.co.uk

EV Rally by GreenFleet: https://www.greenfleet.net