Fleet electrification Organizations need a framework for the coming EV revolution

The push is on globally for economies to decarbonize, with organizations investing in environmental, social and governance (ESG) programs to boost their ethical business performance. The environmental aspect of these policies helps organizations ensure that they’re acting as good corporate citizens while bolstering the planet’s wellbeing. Fleets are also enacting such policies, working to reduce fuel consumption while in many cases moving their vehicles from traditional gas and diesel to hybrid or fully electric powertrains.

This growing interest in electrified vehicle technology is on display at events like the EV & Charging Expo 2023, held in Toronto in May. The event saw 2,000 attendees and over 70 speakers address issues surrounding vehicle charging, enabling organizations to transition to EVs, and other topics.

Yet knowing whether your fleet is ready and suitable for an EV transition takes analysis and work. Basil Marcus, executive vice-president at Foss National Leasing and LeasePlan Canada and one of the speakers at the expo, said that the company has designed an EV readiness guide that considers government incentives, climates, vehicle