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News Paul Hollick, chair, Association of Fleet Professionals

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

UK reaches millionth EV milestone in January 2024 The AFP’s Paul Hollick

New committee launched to test practicalities of shared charging Shared charging looks like it could be an interesting solution for van fleets, so a new committee looking at its practicalities has been launched by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).

It will investigate ways in which businesses can make their own chargers available to other organisations on a reciprocal basis, and follows research undertaken by the AFP in October that showed almost six out of 10 van fleets (58 per cent) would consider sharing their depot or public charging infrastructure with others to make electrification more practical.

Charging has emerged a key issue for those operating electric vans, whether that means finding power as part of a planned route that exceeds the vehicle’s range, overnight to ensure a van is ready for the following day, or in a part of the country where charging facilities are scarce. Many fleet operators can see the potential for sharing their infrastructure.

Questions that needed to be answered include mapping the companies that are interested in taking part, gaining physical access to chargers, booking time when they would be needed, and how power would be paid for. If you would like to work with the committee, please get in touch on administration@theafp.co.uk.

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Britain has achieved its millionth EV registered milestone in January 2024, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has reported.

Some 20,935 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) were registered in January, a rise of 21.0 per cent year on year, taking the overall total since 2002 to 1,001,677. BEV market share for January also grew year on year to 14.7 per cent, although this is below the full 2023 performance of 16.5 per cent. Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) recorded volume growth of 31.1 per cent to take 8.4 per cent of the market, while hybrid (HEV) volumes fell -1.2 per cent with a 13.1 per cent share.

While fleet and business demand for BEVs grew by 41.7 per cent in January, registrations by private buyers fell by -25.1 per cent – an ongoing trend.

Overall, the new car market grew 8.2 per cent in January, with 142,876 new cars registered, an uplift of 10,882 units on January 2023. The increase was driven entirely by the fleet market, which rose by 29.9 per cent, while private retail uptake fell -15.8 per cent. Fleets accounted for more than six in 10 (63.2 per cent) new cars registered, up from just over half (52.7 per cent) last year.

Ahead of next month’s Budget, the SMMT is calling for government to support consumers by temporarily halving VAT on new BEV purchases.

Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said: “It’s taken just over 20 years to reach our million EV milestone – but with the right policies, we can double down on that success in just another two. Market growth is currently dependent on businesses and fleets. Government must therefore use the upcoming Budget to support private EV buyers, temporarily ...

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Claire Haigh, executive director, Zemo Partnership

Government must do more to tackle EV misinformation The Environment and Climate Change Committee has published a report into the government’s electric vehicle strategy, which says a successful transition to electric vehicles is essential if the government is to meet its legally binding net zero target by 2050.

However, it says progress is not happening fast enough, and major barriers remain.

The report says that while there is positive movement, such as the Zero Emission Vehicles mandate, EVs only make up about three per cent of all cars currently on UK roads, and are still more expensive than their petrol and diesel counterparts. What’s more, the availability of public chargepoints across the UK is highly variable.

There was concern that the scale of misinformation has not been matched by commensurate urgency in tackling it. Faced with conflicting claims and alarmist headlines, consumers need a go-to source of comprehensive, clear and balanced information so they can make informed decisions about their vehicles.

The report says the government must publish a roadmap through 2035 setting out the steps it will take to achieve the target.

The Committee is calling on the government to tackle the disparity in upfront costs between electric and petrol and diesel cars, by introducing targeted grants to support consumers buying affordable models...

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Zemo Partnership’s Claire Haigh

New Year, New Zemo It’s a new year and a new start for Zemo. After more than a decade at the helm of what was the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership, Andy Eastlake stepped down last Christmas.

Some of you may have attended Zemo’s 20th anniversary conference at City Hall on a hot, sunny day last summer where we were able to celebrate the Partnership’s successes and achievements of the last two decades, many of them under Andy’s committed leadership.

I’m aware that I take over at Zemo at a critical time in the UK’s transition to net zero transport. Much has been achieved, but there’s so much more to do. We have most of the technologies, we have the targets…now it’s time to focus on delivery.

It’s certainly been a hectic start! At a special event held in Westminster on Feb 1st, we announced the creation of a new Council for Net Zero Transport, to be convened by Zemo. We were delighted that Lord Deben, the former UK environment minister and, until recently, Chair of the Climate Change Committee, has agreed to be the Council’s first Chair.

The intention is that the new body will help bring focus to transport’s decarbonisation transition as we move into the crucial delivery phase.

It will engage senior figures from government, industry, the environment and academic sectors to help inform...

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EV INFRASTRUCTURE

Consultation on ways to speed up EV chargepoint installation The government is launching a consultation to look at ways to speed up chargepoint installation across the country.

The proposals would give EV chargepoint operators the right to carry out street works using a permit rather than a licence.

Permits can be issued much faster, taking days instead of months, and are significantly cheaper to obtain than licences, reducing costs for operators and speeding up the chargepoint rollout for drivers.

While the consultation runs, a new good practice guide has been published by the government to improve consistency in processing licence applications across different areas.

The Department for Transport has also published a list of common questions and answers on the transition to EVs, including battery range and chargepoint availability across the country.

To provide further flexibility to individuals and organisations wishing to install EV charging outlets, the DfT will shortly consult on removing the two-metre limitation so that wall-mounted outlets and upstands can be installed anywhere within an area lawfully used for off-street parking.

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Wales & West Utilities commences hydrogen van trials Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has commenced a one month trial with a hydrogen powered van from First Hydrogen.

First Hydrogen’s hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicle (FCEV) is designed to be a zero-emission vehicle that can manage long distances, carry heavy payloads and tow, with fast refuelling.

First Hydrogen’s FCEV achieves more than 400 miles on a single refuelling.

WWU is the gas emergency and pipeline service for Wales and the south west of England and operates 24 hours a day, year-round to deliver vital gas network services for more than 7.5 million customers. The First Hydrogen trials are taking place during winter, WWU’s busiest period for emergency gas call outs. Typically, cold temperatures can reduce the range for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), affecting reliability for fleet operators. Depending on the weather over the next month, the trials could also generate data to indicate the FCEV’s advantage over BEVs in lower temperatures.

The trials commenced with training for WWU’s drivers, enabling them to safely operate the vehicle and understand its technical differences. While completing First Hydrogen’s Driver Training accreditation scheme, WWU’s drivers performed manoeuvres with the vehicle and completed a call out to a customer’s residence. Importantly, the drivers also practised refuelling the vehicle with green hydrogen, supplied by Protium Green Solutions, at Hyppo Hydrogen Solutions’ refuelling unit. Both organisations have helped to develop a hydrogen ecosystem to support First Hydrogen’s trial with WWU...

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Michelle Gardner, deputy policy director, Logistics UK

EV chargepoint grant for schools increases The Department for Transport has increased the amount that education settings can get for EV chargepoints, with a grant providing up to 75 per cent of the cost to buy and install chargepoints. This works out as up to £2,500 per socket, up from the previous £350.

The grant forms part of the Workplace Charging Scheme and is available for statefunded schools, colleges, nurseries and academies to add chargepoint facilities for staff and visitors. This could also help schools to generate revenue by making their chargepoints available to the public.

The education settings must have dedicated off-street parking facilities and applications can be made online. Independent schools may apply for funding through the Workplace Charging Scheme and the Electric vehicle infrastructure grant for SMEs. Minister for the School System and Student Finance at the Department for Education, Baroness Barran, said: “This is an exciting opportunity for schools across the UK to become part of an ongoing move towards a greener public sector. Schools engaging with this grant will be supporting the development of green infrastructure, helping to improve their local environments.

“Developing a greener education estate is a key element of our sustainability and climate change strategy. The expansion of this grant supports our ambition to improve the sustainability of our schools in the ongoing move towards net zero.”

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Logistics UK’s Michelle Gardner

The need for a logistics road-map to get to a net-zero future Much has been discussed about the UK’s need to transition to a Net Zero future. As a sector, logistics has been consistent in the industry’s commitment to decarbonise for some time now, but it is clear that this transition can not happen without the support of policymakers at a local and national level.

As part of our manifesto which is being sent to representatives of all major political parties ahead of the General and local elections which are to take place later this year, our members – businesses of all sizes which represent all modes of transportation, as well as the buyers of logistics services – have collated their key asks which will help the smooth passage to a green economy.

Logistics is one of the UK’s largest economic sectors, playing a key role in driving growth across all the home nations. All goods and products delivered to UK households, businesses and public services, imported and exported, are moved by logistics operators – our role is vital to the success of the UK’s economy.

But at the same time, it is incumbent on our sector to strive continually for efficiency, while reducing emissions.

To make the most of the opportunities available to our industry, while ensuring a smooth and fair transition to a green economy, our members are calling on policymakers to ensure that the change is fair to all. We are calling on all parties for an agreed logistics road map to net zero and the phase out of fossil fuels...

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Within the UK’s transition towards a fully electric vehicle landscape, facility managers and business directors/ xoxo owners are under increasing amounts of pressure to encourage their workforce to move over to EV vehicles, let

alone provide the supporting infrastructure. It’s one thing to move fleets to becoming fully electric, but for ‘business’ to still function as normal, companies must consider EV charger compatibility and infrastructure provision.

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Council for Net Zero Transport formed by Zemo Partnership A new Council for Net Zero Transport has been established to help steer the UK transport’s decarbonisation transition as it moves into the crucial delivery phase.

The Council will be convened by Zemo Partnership and chaired by Lord Deben, formerly UK Environment Secretary and Chair of the Climate Change Committee.

It will engage senior figures from government, industry, environment and academic sectors to help focus the Partnership as it works to forge a clear, strategic direction for road transport decarbonisation.

Lord Deben said: “Our generation faces no greater challenge than that of tackling climate change. With transport responsible for over a quarter of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions, if we’re going to solve this problem we have to effectively decarbonise transport. We must do this for our environment, and we will reap rewards both politically and economically from doing so.”

Zemo’s new executive director, Claire Haigh, said: “Decarbonising transport is a vital – and particularly challenging – element of the UK’s legally binding net zero targets.

“The policy prescriptions needed to do this are complex, nuanced and cross-sectoral, and achieving a successful outcome will be of huge benefit to the UK’s environment, society and economy. This is too vital a task for us to be distracted by over-simplifications and the shortterm vagaries of our political system.

“We have some world-leading targets but we’re at a key moment in the transition and what we need now is a laser-like focus on delivery. To achieve this, we’ll need the full...

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DECARBONISATION

More top news stories from www.greenfleet.net Westminster launches emissions-based parking charges: READ MORE Volvo FH Aero truck launched with electric and biofuel options : READ MORE £33 million to develop clean maritime technologies: READ MORE FirstGroup to add 1,000 e-buses after £150m finance package: READ MORE Van operators starting to take hydrogen seriously, says AFP: READ MORE Government to explore modernising MOT for electric vehicles: READ MORE MOBILITY

New guidance on e-bike and e-scooter safety published Information around how to safely purchase, charge and use e-bikes and e-scooters has been published by the government.

Following consultation with industry, guidance on battery safety for both e-scooters and e-bikes will raise awareness for owners on how to safely purchase an e-cycle or e-scooter, ensure it meets manufacturing requirements and is only bought from reputable sellers.

The documents also cover safe storage and charging, the warning signs for fire risk and how to address them, and how to dispose of batteries responsibly.

The guidance also reminds people that e-scooters cannot be used legally on roads unless they are part of an official rental trial.

Separate guidance has been issued to help public transport operators assess and manage fire risks associated with the carriage of e-bikes and e-scooters on trains and buses.

Similar information has been produced for those managing premises such as schools and workplaces.

Technology and Decarbonisation Minister Anthony Browne said: “Safety has always been our top priority, which is why our latest guidance aims to improve the awareness of e-bike and e-scooter users in the trial areas where they’re authorised.”

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Roundtable

Road-to-Zero Roundtable: Midlands On 7 December 2023, GREENFLEET hosted a roundtable at the iconic British Motor Museum, which gathered fleet and industry professionals to discuss fleet decarbonisation progress, barriers, and solutions The Road-to-Zero roundtable series concluded in the Midlands on 7 December and gathered fleet and industry professionals to discuss net-zero policy, strategy and funding, as well as charging infrastructure and telematics.

Hosted by sustainability consultant and director of operations at the EV Cafe, John Curtis, the meeting highlighted two main topics; charging challenges and the use of transport data to inform good decisions.

Some fleets felt that installing chargers at depots was prohibitively expensive due to the cost of network upgrades. In response, Alan Davies of ElectrAssure was able to explain how this can be avoided with careful planning and load management.

Richard Parker from Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management solution, spoke about the opportunity that telematics provides fleet managers, such as understanding where electrification could easily work for them, saving money and ultimately making their operations more profitable.

Electric vans and trucks are on the increase in popularity. Representatives from Welch’s Transport were in attendance and shared how they are investing significant capital in an electric HGV that is enabling them to win new contracts where zero emission deliveries are specified. L

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The GREENFLEET 100 Most Influential GREENFLEET’s pick of the standout individuals that have made a significant contribution to fleet decarbonisation over the year

100 NEW Angus Webb

Chief Executive Officer, Dynamon

Angus founded Dynamon with the primary goal of revolutionising the sustainability and efficiency of logistics. Proving that he’s achieved just that, Dynamon scooped the 2023 GREENFLEET IT Innovation Award in recognition of the company’s new Synthetic Telematics module which allows businesses to run a virtual electric fleet before purchasing any vehicles.

99 NEW Chris Demetriou

Assistant Director of Corporate Fleet, London Borough of Islington

In his role at the London Borough of Islington, Chris is responsible for over 500 fleet vehicles and 150 staff.

Working on numerous projects, recent achievements for Chris and his team include the installation of hundreds of EV chargepoints at the organisation’s Waste and Recycling Centre, with the aim of bringing more electric vehicles onto the council’s fleet to meet its 2030 net zero ambition.

98 NEW Dominic Phinn Senior Policy Manager, Climate Group

Dominic oversees Climate Group’s transport policy work, which includes managing the UK Electric Fleets Coalition (UKEFC) – a group of over twenty businesses that are calling for the policies needed to achieve 100 per cent electric car and van sales by 2030. The group’s recent paper urges the government to ensure the UK’s charging network can support businesses shifting to electric.

97 Steve Imm

Head of Transport Services, Gloucestershire Constabulary

Achieving great success in moving Gloucestershire Constabulary’s fleet into the 21st century by adopting alternatively-fuelled and electric vehicles, Steve, former Chair of the National Association of Police Fleet Managers environment board, shares his extensive insights and experiences of EVs, best practices and use of technology at nationwide fleet and mobility events.

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96 NEW Andrew Stead Commercial Director, Plug Me In

An EV enthusiast with six years’ experience in the charging sector, Andrew’s high-level posts at BP Pulse and British Gas give him extensive knowledge and experience in all areas of EV charging. Plug Me In seeks to encourage further commercial EV adoption by providing hassle-free solutions.

Andrew’s strategic mindset and industry knowledge make him a sought-after professional in the EV industry.

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95 NEW Keith Stark Head of Business Development, Hiyacar

Keith has more than 14 years of experience in the car sharing industry, and was instrumental in growing Enterprise Car Club – formerly CityCarClub – into the most successful of its kind in Scotland. Keith now works for peer-to-peer car sharing service Hiyacar, which was named Mobility Provider of the Year at the 2023 GREENFLEET Awards. It currently allows 33,000 verified drivers to share 2,600 live vehicles.

94 NEW Edward Yendluri Contracts Manager, Westminster City Council

Edward is GREENFLEET’s Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year, and his dedication has seen the creation of the UK’s largest electric depot and a 145-strong electric vehicle fleet, driving Westminster City Council further towards its goal of becoming a carbon-neutral council. Operated

by Veolia, 45 new zero-emissions electric refuse collection vehicles arrived in 2023 and charge their batteries with power from an energy recovery facility which uses waste from the homes and businesses they collect from.

93 NEW Tom Middleditch Head of Electric Mobility, Europcar Mobility Group UK

Tom has been in his role since summer 2023 and has been pivotal in ensuring Europcar UK’s solutions are fit for purpose. In addition to driving the organisation’s own sustainability actions, 2023 saw Tom co-ordinate the fleet acquisition strategy, develop the customer service experience, and lead Europcar’s involvement at the London EV Show and the GREENFLEET EV Rally. Tom was also named a 2023 GREENFLEET EV Champion. E

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F 92 NEW Alec Peachey

Publisher, Transport and Energy

Alec has over 15 years of experience in multimedia journalism and content creation, and is passionate about bringing together the transport and energy sectors to support the UK’s transition to electric vehicles and decarbonised transport. In addition to chairing sessions at cleaner transport and energy events, Alec is the founder of Transport + Energy, a media brand which covers the latest news, insights, and innovations in this emerging field.

91 h Paul Nicholls Managing Director, Nicholls Transport

Rising 10 places over 2023, Paul has been a member of the GF100 since 2020 for his continued commitment to sustainable logistics. Twelve LNG trucks have been added to the Nicholls fleet over the past year, taking the total to 42, achieving up to 191 per cent saving on GHG emissions. Paul has obtained planning permission for an LNG/CNG/electric refuelling station on the company’s site, which will also be hydrogen ready.

90 NEW Adam Hall

Director of Energy Services, Drax Group

In his role at Drax Group, Adam’s wealth of knowledge and problem-solving attitude has guided and enabled businesses to transition their fleets to electric vehicles. With an outlook that treats customers as partners, he also shares his extensive knowledge at industry events in a fun and collaborative way. Adam has also led Drax’s acquisition of BMM Energy, allowing the company to now offer an end-to-end charging proposition.

89 h Simon King Partner, Edenseven

Simon is a partner at sustainability consultancy Edenseven, an organisation which delivers sustainability strategies and fleet transformation. His skills in EVs and fleet transformation, ESG strategy, and sustainable procurement supply chains have earned him a previous GREENFLEET Outstanding Achievement award, and his commitment to sustainability sees him regularly speak on industry and event panels.

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88 NEW George Thurman Co-Founder, Women Drive Electric

Along with Michelle Breffitt, George co-founded Women Drive Electric to bridge the gap between female drivers and the automotive industry.

The Women Drive Electric UK group is an online community of female EV drivers who connect with other female drivers to discuss all subjects relating to electric vehicles. George drives up this engagement through podcast and industry event appearances, blog posts and other online initiatives.

87 NEW Rob Smallwood Fleet Operations Manager, Tesco

Rob has worked tirelessly over the last three years to help the implementation of EVs in Tesco’s home delivery fleet. During 2023, almost 550 diesel vans were replaced with EVs, and Rob has implemented a training programme for stores switching to zero emission vehicles. Also responsible for store charging infrastructure, by the end of 2023, over 500 chargepoints had been installed in Tesco Dotcom yards.

86 h Aaron Powell Fleet Director, Speedy Services

The 2022 GREENFLEET Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year, Aaron has spearheaded a remarkable fleet transformation at Speedy Services during 2023. His dedication to reducing carbon emissions have seen a substantial increase in the number of on-fleet e-LCVs, the introduction of a PHEV and EV-only company car List, an industry-first partnership with an EV builder to supply its HGVs over the coming years, and the arrival of an innovative half-box half-curtain vehicle design.

85 h Matt Ralfe

Innovation & Change Manager, Nottingham City Council

Up nine places from his position in the 2023 GF100, Matt Ralfe’s decarbonisation work at Nottingham City Council has seen the number of EVs on fleet grow to 243 vehicles (over half of the vehicle pool), with many notable authority-operated firsts including fully electric cage tippers, minibuses, OEM refuse collection vehicles, sweepers, as well as the construction of a depot-sited ULEV-only workshop.

84 h Matthew Dear CEO & Founder, BEAT

Matthew founded BEAT (Better Environment And Transport), which helps organisations with the task of decarbonising. His time at London Fire Brigade saw Matthew establish and lead its ground breaking Zero Emission Fleet Programme, which has made him an influential voice in blue-light vehicle sustainability.

Matthew is passionate about sustainability and shares his knowledge at events around the UK and farther afield.

83 h S-J Mitchell

Senior Fleet & Supply Chain Manager, OVO Energy

OVO Energy plans to have a 100 per cent electrified fleet by the end of 2025, as part of a goal to reach net zero operations by 2030. S-J influences OVO’s fleet drivers to move into the EV space, and in 2022 she was named a GREENFLEET EV Champion in recognition of her ongoing and dedicated work. That year also saw OVO Energy named as GREENFLEET’s Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year.

82 h Amanda Lyne

ULEMCo & Chair, Hydrogen Energy Association

With nearly 20 years’ experience in the hydrogen industry, Amanda is a specialist in the technology.

She founded ULEMCo in 2014 to commercialise the UK’s capability in hydrogen technology to convert commercial vehicles to use the fuel. Highlights of 2023 included a conversion of Aberdeen City Council’s HGV fleet, and a significant project with Oxfordshire City Council to develop an integrated fuel cell range extender module for its electric commercial vehicles.

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PARTNER’S COMMENT

Providing real world experience and insight into electric vehicles Sustainability is on the agenda for most businesses, and cutting emissions from transport is a top priority; it is an area where organisations have the ability to make change through direct action.

But there are still multiple barriers to businesses making the change, which is why, at Europcar, we are doing our best to provide insight and support to dispel the myths and provide real-world experience.

We are helping organisations taking a ‘test and learn’ approach, reducing emissions through limiting journeys, alongside testing new powertrains including hybrid and electric.

Flexible vehicle usage – rental by the day, week, month or even several years – plays a critical role in this transitional journey.

Providing the insight into how EV will work for their operations – before they make longterm financial commitments - is also crucial, and is playing a fundamental role in helping to win the hearts and minds of employees who may be reticent to switch to zero. L FURTHER INFORMATION

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81 NEW Steve Little Managing Director, Certas Energy

Steve has been Certas Energy MD since July 2022. A recognised Fuel Supplier under Zemo’s Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme and the largest distributor of fuel and lubricants in the UK, the company collected the 2023 GREENFLEET Alternative Fuels Provider of the Year Award. Its Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) needs no engine modifications, and is made from 100 per cent renewable raw materials and sustainable waste for emission reductions of up to 90 per cent. E

Mark Newberry, commercial director and sustainability spokesperson, Europcar Mobility Group UK

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SAVE UP TO 40% ON ELECTRIC CARS WITH RISK FREE SALARY SACRIFICE

Grosvenor Leasing’s Salary Sacrifice scheme for Ultra Low Emission Vehicles and Electric Vehicles can save your employees as much as 40% per month compared to a personal lease, with financial and environmental advantages for your business too.

Benefits to Employees and Employers

Risk Free and Minimal Administration

The employer gains by making Class 1A National Insurance savings as well as offering an additional staff benefit, at no extra cost.

It also comes with protection against employees leaving the company, or going on extended sick or maternity/paternity leave, and there is minimal input required to put it in place.

It means businesses can implement the scheme with complete peace of mind, and without being overwhelmed with lots of administration.

For more information, why not speak to one of our Ultra Low Emission and Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice experts

Employees sacrifice a portion of their gross salary in return for a fully maintained, taxed and insured company vehicle, at very competitive rates.

With many exciting electric cars available, such as the Tesla Model Y, Cupra Born and Polestar 2 (all shown above), now is a great time to be offering a ULEV and EV Salary Sacrifice scheme.

Telephone 01536 536 536 or email salsac@grosvenor-leasing.co.uk

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Delivering change for van fleets Our 0Zone specialist team embeds best practice and provides expert advice when introducing electric vans.

Achieving 40 per cent savings through EV salary sacrifice Grosvenor Leasing can also unlock significant savings and valuable employee benefits through electric vehicle salary sacrifice.

Car drivers save up to 40 per cent on an EV compared to the cost of a personal lease, while the scheme removes risk for employee and employer, with built in protection should circumstances change, such as free returns if employees leave. We even provide salary sacrifice for home chargers to reduce costs even further.

Tata Steel’s emission possible Grosvenor Leasing partnered with Tata Steel to transform its car fleet from diesel to 90 per cent zero-emission capable vehicles in just five years.

The structured transition programme included close consultation with executives at Tata Steel on strategic elements including choice lists, infrastructure, driver awareness, training and fleet policy updates.

Through our partnership, Tata Steel’s fleet carbon footprint has fallen 69 per cent, cutting CO2 emissions by more than 1,500 tonnes.

David Lawrence, UK employee benefits manager for Tata Steel, said: “Long-term strategic change is part of Tata Steel’s sustainable values that envision a decarbonised future and we are now in the final stages of creating a fleet built around zero-emissions capability.” L FURTHER INFORMATION

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F 80 h Jonny Berry

Head of Decarbonisation, Novuna Vehicle Solutions

Moving up 12 places on 2023’s GF100 list, Jonny’s in-depth knowledge and experience of electric vehicles has seen him receive notable accolades for his work in the sector. On a personal level, he has driven over 150,000 zero tailpipe emission miles, showing his commitment to EV technology. Jonny established The EV Café as a vital platform for sharing EV knowledge, and recently worked on opening Novuna’s innovative EV charging forecourt with solar canopy.

79 h Gary McRae

Business Development Manager, SWARCO

Gary has over 12 years’ experience in electric vehicles, including his previous role as Head of Electric Mobility team at Urban Foresight and several years as fleet manager at Dundee City Council. Gary now embraces his role at SWARCO, which operates ChargePlace Scotland, Scotland’s largest public charging network.

Transport for Wales has also selected SWARCO to provide essential EV charging infrastructure.

78 NEW Steve Nash

CEO, Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Steve’s leadership and drive for tackling the electric vehicle skills gap has seen the IMI commit significant investment to delivering EV skills and encouraging those who work in automotive and their employers to upskill to be EV ready. By Q2 2023, 20 per cent of the UK aftermarket population was qualified to work on EVs, and more than 150 IMI centres are now equipped to deliver EV training, with three IMI TechSafe Centres of Excellence.

77 h Linda Grave Founder & CEO, EV Driver

Ten places up on last year’s position, Linda is passionate about tackling the access barriers to electric vehicle charging. She built the EV Driver network of public EV chargepoints in the East of England, and her consultancy advises businesses on transitioning to EVs. This includes local authorities, guiding them to make informed choices of infrastructure, as well as its implementation and operation.

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76 h Kate Armitage

Director, Kate Armitage Consulting & Ambassador, GREENFLEET

Up 19 places from her debut GF 100 position in 2023, Kate has been a strong supporter of transport electrification for over 14 years. Previously leading the EV team at EDF Energy and working as Projects Director at Route Monkey, Kate is a GREENFLEET ambassador, using her extensive knowledge to host events and conduct interviews, as well as sitting on industry panels to drive the EV agenda.

75 h David Landy Head of Fleet, Evri

Rising 10 places in this year’s GF 100, David leads the sustainability push of Evri’s fleet of delivery vehicles.

With a goal to reach net zero by 2035, the company has placed an order for its first-ever electric HGV. Elsewhere, Evri’s bio-CNG fleet now numbers 202 vehicles, there are 44 HVO (Hydrogenated vegetable oil)-fuelled vehicles, and 167 e-LCVs. There is also a fleet of e-cargo bikes and more than 44 per cent of new-issue company cars are hybrid, PHEV or EV.

74 h Toby Butler Managing Director, ubitricity UK

Toby led Shell’s work in the electric vehicle charging space, including managing the team which implemented the UK’s first Shell rapid charger. As managing director of ubitricity UK – a Shell-owned company – he leads the business in its pursuit to provide simple charging for EV drivers. In 2023, ubitricity worked with 30 local authorities on infrastructure projects and achieved its 7,000th charger installation milestone.

73 h Dr Chris Jardine Technical Director, Joju Solar

Joju Solar won the 2022 GREENFLEET Charging Infrastructure of the Year accolade in recognition of its commitment to helping both the public and blue light sectors with EV infrastructure plans. Chris has been involved with solar photovoltaic technology and renewable energy for over 20 years, sharing his knowledge through the authoring of prize-winning papers, and supporting community-led energy projects.

72 h Tim Laver

Managing Director, ALD Automotive

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In Q4 2023, ALD Automotive completed its 100 per cent acquisition of LeasePlan, and the newly merged ALD-LP combines two market-leading propositions that are different but complimentary. As of June 2023, 19 per cent of LeasePlan and 45 per cent of ALD car deliveries were EVs, far higher than the industry average 14 per cent. Up from number 81 in the 2023 GF 100, Tim understands well the needs of fleets in the world of alternative fuels and mobility.

71 NEW David Savage

Vice President, UK & Ireland, Geotab

Since 2020, Geotab has undergone a transformative shift from its traditional focus on safety and efficiency to prioritising sustainability under David’s guidance.

Strategically steering Geotab, David actively contributes to expanding the partner network and serves as a founding sponsor of The EV Café. Geotab’s most recent innovations include ‘Active Insights’, a free, turn-key intelligence engine leveraging a customer’s fleet data, together with more than 3.8 million vehicles in the Geotab ecosystem, to act as an ‘AI fleet manager’.

70 i Jim Graham

Group Finance Director, Arnold Clark

Jim started working for Arnold Clark in 2008, climbing the ranks to become Group Finance Director in 2021. Arnold Clark is Europe’s largest independent car retailer, and is committed to sustainability, opening two Innovation Centres to educate on alternatively fuelled vehicles and a dedicated EV battery centre to train mechanical engineers to become battery EV technicians.

Support on the shift towards zero-emission mobility Being named Leasing company of the year (up to 20,000 vehicles) in the 2023 GREENFLEET awards marked the end of another momentous year for Grosvenor Leasing. Ninety per cent of our car orders now have zero-emission capability, and key to our success is our strong blend of products and services, underpinned by the expertise of our 0Zone consultancy team.

With a portfolio that combines EV salary sacrifice, specialist fleet management to support companies with the transition to net zero, contract hire delivered through practical ULEV and EV company car policies, and competitive PHEV and BEV personal leasing, we ensure that all members of staff, not just those who drive a company car, are supported in their shift towards carbon zero.

Our expertise also spans light commercial vehicles, and huge gains were made in 2023 in supporting van fleets, with even greater advice and support being offered in 2024. L FURTHER INFORMATION

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69 i Patricia Wolfe Managing Director, Athlon UK

Heading up Athlon UK for almost five years, Patricia’s leadership has helped build the company following its rebrand from Daimler Fleet Manager. Providing sustainable and tailor-made mobility solutions for its customers, in the wider market, Athlon has partnered with Digital Charging Solutions, giving Athlon’s customers convenient access to the largest and fastest growing, fully integrated public charging network in Europe. E

Steve Beadle, head of 0Zone, The Grosvenor Group

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We’ll continue to educate people on the advantages of moving into an EV, where through salary sacrifice, they can save money and also help meet environmental adjectives. M FURTHER INFORMATION

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F 68 h Mike Potter

64 h Owain Pearce

Rising eight places since the 2023 GF100, Mike is constantly seeking pioneering ways to support the UK’s zero emission transport transition. Offering car and van leasing, as well as rental and salary sacrifice, in 2023 DriveElectric implemented a salary sacrifice scheme for EDF’s SME business customers. Mike is also engaged in pioneering research projects looking at the effects of charging on the grid.

In this role for almost six years, Owain is passionate about improving the sustainability of the organisation’s fleet. Initiatives have included the introduction of more electric vehicles, as well as the improvement of fleet policies and practices. Recent innovations include the passing of ODS’ target to electrify 25 per cent of its fleet by 2023, through the addition of ‘Ernie’, a former electric milk float which has been converted to a street washer.

CEO, DriveElectric & CrowdCharge

67 h James Court, CEO, EVA England

New to the GF100 in 2023, James has been EVA England CEO for almost two years. He has successfully led a campaign for better driver rights, and pushed for the strongest regulations on charger data, price transparency and easier payments. During 2023, EVA England published its Powering Up policy report on how to boost access to electric vehicles, demonstrating how to get more people into EVs, especially those on lower incomes.

66 h Tanya Neech

Head of Sustainability, Scania UK

Tanya has headed up Scania UK’s sustainability push for almost eight years, and is also a director at the Zemo Partnership. She continues to lead Scania’s electrification efforts in the UK, across the manufacturer’s bus, coach, truck and power divisions, of which the product ranges feature a number of low or zero emission powertrain technologies to best suit local requirements.

65 NEW Charlie Cook Founder & CEO, Rightcharge

In his previous Smart Projects Manager position at Octopus Energy, Charlie delivered numerous electric vehicle charging initiatives including the launch of the Electric Juice Network – roaming for public charging – and the UK’s first energy tariff for EV drivers. Now, as CEO of Rightcharge, he is pushing the boundaries further, with new projects including the launch of an electric fuel card for fleets which bundles all payments for home, work or on the road EV charging into a single bill.

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Transport Manager, Oxford Direct Services

63 h Philip Fjeld Co-Founder & CEO, CNG Fuels

As well as being the Co-Founder and CEO of CNG Fuels which operates the UK’s largest CNG station in Crewe, Philip holds the same positions at ReFuels, one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles. Under the CNG Fuels brand, ReFuels has opened its 11th refuelling station at Newton Aycliffe in County Durham, expanding nationwide coverage. Users of the new site include Lidl, DHL, and GBA Services.

62 i Carlos Rodrigues Managing Director, Renault Trucks

Carlos continues to focus on Renault Trucks’ electromobility journey, regularly sharing his vision and insights at key industry mobility events. Notable highlights over the past year include the arrival of an electric demonstration refuse truck vehicle, a collaboration between Renault Trucks Scotland and Gneesinknorba UK, as well as the trial of the UK’s first all-electric concrete mixer by Tarmac.

61 NEW Victoria Read

Head of Policy & Public Affairs, Connected Kerb & Vice Chair, ChargeUK

Victoria’s previous role at Fastned stands her in good stead for her position at Connected Kerb, which aims to make EV charging more convenient, inclusive and reliable. Wins for 2023 include the start of a project to deliver 1,000 charge points across 20 sites in Gloucestershire. In addition to imparting her knowledge at industry events and in the media, Victoria is also Vice Chair of ChargeUK, the ‘voice’ of the EV charging industry.

60 h Sarah Gray

56 h John Curtis

Recipient of the 2022 GREENFLEET AFV Champion award in recognition of her dedication to alternative fuels, Sarah’s previous role as Head of EV and AFV at fleet partner Rivus, saw her lead a dedicated alternative fuels team, working with customers and suppliers to find emission-reducing solutions. Now Head of ZEV Strategy at Dawson Group, she will lead the company to offer sustainable solutions across the entire supply chain.

John rises 35 places from his position on last year’s GF100. A key member of The EV Café team, he is well known for his enthusiasm and knowledge in all aspects of sustainable mobility. Recognised for his appearances on TV and radio, chairing conferences, and on the media team for the GREENFLEET EV Rally, John is an EV and low emission vehicle ambassador.

A motoring columnist and expert on BBC Scotland, he has worked on high-profile sustainability programmes and provided consultancy for various organisations.

Head of ZEV Strategy & Development, Dawson Group

59 h Richard Parker

EV Consultant UKI, Bridgestone Mobility Solutions

Rising 18 places from his position in the 2023 GF100, Richard was previously Corporate Sales Manager at Webfleet Solutions, Bridgestone Mobility Solutions’ fleet management platform. His wealth of EV knowledge sees him speak at industry events, and focus on guiding clients and resellers to implement changes to reduce their transport operations’ carbon footprint. Richard works with Webfleet’s data insights to effect improvements.

58 NEW Mark Constable

Chair, Recharge UK (EV Forum) & Head of Public Affairs, Trojan Energy Pioneering EV mobility since 2008, Mark was formerly Commercial EV Lead at Transport for London, building TfL and GLA electric vehicle strategies. He has worked for EV infrastructure company Trojan Energy for almost three years, and uses his history of managing complex public/private projects and strategy development to focus on enabling an easy switch to e-mobility. Mark also heads the Recharge UK EV forum.

57 NEW Billy Andrew

Electric Vehicle Programme Manager, Police Scotland

With over 40 years’ experience in the fleet and transport industry, Billy helped guide Police Scotland to take the 2023 GREENFLEET Public Sector Fleet of the Year award.

Initiatives include the on-boarding of a number of UltraLow Emission Vehicles – including 180 Hyundai Kona Electric models – as well as the installation of over 400 EV chargepoints. Zero emission vehicles are now at the heart of Police Scotland’s fleet strategy.

Operations Director, The EV Café

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55 h Niall Riddell Co-Founder & CEO, Paua

Niall rises 17 places on the GF100 compared to 2023, and his dedication to ensuring the public charging infrastructure can serve fleet needs has also seen him named as a 2023 GREENFLEET EV Champion. Paua’s single card and mobile app allow business drivers to find, charge, and pay for charging at over 37,000 chargepoint connectors, and high-profile enterprises such as Cinch and Motability have adopted Paua’s cutting-edge white-label EV charging solutions.

54 h Kate Tyrell CEO, ChargeSafe

A 2023 GREENFLEET EV Champion and a passionate advocate for tackling climate change, Kate cofounded ChargeSafe to make personal safety and accessibility a priority to all stakeholders involved in chargepoint facilities. Scored using a five-star rating system, ChargeSafe employs a 140+ point inspection which focuses on six key areas. The company was shortlisted for the 2022 GREENFLEET Industry Innovation Award in recognition of its crucial work.

53 NEW Dan McLaren UK EV Education Lead, bp pulse

Dan has led the EV experience at bp pulse for almost three years, and 2024 marks his first time on the GF100. His enthusiasm is put to good use explaining all things EV charging to bp service station staff and taking part in EV engagement sessions across the whole country, where he talks to co-workers, industry representatives, podcast hosts, as well as members of the public. E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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F 52 NEW Sukky Choongh

Environmental Manager, SMMT

Sukky brings vast experience from her previous local authority roles in air quality and freight consolidation to her current position at SMMT, where she is policy lead for air quality and ultra low emission vehicles.

Sukky is a trusted voice in the industry, and regularly shares her wisdom at events. Last year’s Commercial Vehicle Show saw Sukky address the need to deliver zero emission HGV charging and refuelling infrastructure across the UK.

51 i Graham Thomas

Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Group

Graham has been at Ocado Group for nearly a decade and has made a significant contribution to the company’s natural gas truck activity. That commitment hasn’t stopped during 2023, with the addition of 24 more CNG 4x2 units to the Ocado Group natural gas truck fleet. In a double first, the company has also taken on the Titan system to its refrigerated trailer fleet, which uses energy produced from solar panels to power the refrigeration.

50 i Justin Laney

Fleet Manager, John Lewis Partnership

With over 14 years’ experience leading the John Lewis Partnership vehicle fleet, Justin is responsible for 5,500 cars, light commercials and 44-tonne trucks. A key focus is the decarbonisation of over 4,000 cars and LCVs to EV, and the switch of almost 600 heavy duty trucks to biomethane derived from waste materials.

Fossil fuel use will cease by 2030, when around 2,700 electric vans are expected to be in service.

49 NEW Chris Welch Director, Welch’s Transport

Chris is a 4th generation Welch, working for a family haulage firm that started in 1934. Chris is passionate about ensuring Welch’s Transport does all it can to be a sustainable logistics leader - and wants to help other hauliers do the same. Thanks to its progress using an electric HGV and making its 150-kW charger accessible to the public, Welch’s Transport was crowned Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year at the 2023 GREENFLEET Awards.

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48 NEW Claire Miller

Mobility & Energy Advisor

Now an independent advisor and consultant, Claire was director of technology and innovation at Octopus Electric Vehicles. With a genuine passion for solving real world problems to EV adoption, Claire has a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from Imperial College London and was recipient of the ‘Women Powering Smart Energy Award’ for Engineering in 2021, and recognised as a ‘Top Woman in EV’ in 2022.

47 i Roger Atkins

Founder, Electric Vehicles Outlook

With over 30 years’ experience in the automotive sector, Roger has enviable knowledge of electric vehicles and sustainability. With his vast number of followers on social media (currently over 300,000), Roger uses this position to positively promote messages about electric vehicles and sustainable mobility. Electric Vehicles Outlook is Roger’s consultancy that helps clients navigate the EV revolution.

46 Ashley Andrew President and CEO, Hyundai Motor UK

Ashley joined Hyundai Motor UK in 2018 and has recently been appointed President, putting him in prime position to drive forward Hyundai’s electric and smart mobility future. Hyundai has notable achievements for its electric vehicles. Last year alone the IONIQ 6 was crowned World Car, World Electric Vehicle and World Car Design of the Year.

The IONIQ 5 N meanwhile won TopGear.com’s Car of the Year.

45 h Fiona Howarth Chief Executive officer, Octopus EV

As an engineer, Fiona has worked on innovative technology in both the renewables and automotive sectors for years. She set up Octopus Electric Vehicles to tackle the barriers to EV adoption and has achieved this by securing excellent EV leasing rates, designed a successful EV salary sacrifice scheme, and created energy tariffs designed specifically for EV drivers.

44 NEW James Bird

Electric Vehicle Section Product Manager, Nissan GB

James spearheads the electric vehicle product range at Nissan, including the electric Qashqai and Juke models, which will be built in Nissan’s Sunderland plant alongside the next generation of the electric Leaf. Nissan will also be bringing a much-needed gigafactory to the UK. James is a self-confessed car geek, with a passion for electric vehicles.

43 h James Dewhurst Sales Director, Webfleet

James is an expert in connected vehicles and telematics data, with a genuine desire to tackle climate change. A pivotal participant of the EV Rally, James helped ensure Webfleet’s technology gave the rally crucial insights into vehicle battery levels and miles per kWh. Webfleet also ensured the carbon footprint of participating vehicles was offset for the second year.

42 i Alfonzo Martinez Managing Director, ALD Automotive | LeasePlan

Alfonso Martinez has led the enormous transition of merging industry giants LeasePlan and ALD Automotive and created a unified company without impacting service and while delivering innovative solutions that will underpin the UK’s transition to electric vehicles. Alfonso has advocated for electrification via the EV100, World EV Day, World Economic Forum, World Business Council for Sustainable Development, and the BVRLA.

41 h Charlie Jardine Founder & CEO, EO Charging

Entrepreneur Charlie is the founder and CEO of EO Charging, which has grown from a small startup in a pig shed, to a major electric vehicle charge point company with over 80,000 charge points installed across 35 countries. EO Charging has recently secured £66m in equity investment to accelerate its growth plans and global expansion strategy.

40 i Colin Ferguson Chief Executive Officer, Optimize

With extensive experience in the transport industry, Colin continues to innovate with technology to help fleets maximise on productivity and reduce carbon emissions. Last year, the company launched a new algorithm, based upon artificial intelligence, which has the capacity to deal with more complex transport optimisation tasks.

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39 h Prof Colin Herron CBE Professor of Practice, Newcastle University

Dr Colin Herron has over 40 years’ experience in the automotive sector, including 17 years with Nissan.

A respected voice on all aspects of zero emissions vehicles, Colin is leading crucial work on electric vehicle battery research, heading up the North East office for the Faraday Institution and the North East Battery Alliance.

38 NEW Mike Cutts

Business Line Director (LCV), IVECO

Mike heads up IVECO’s van product range, which includes the highly impressive eDaily 3.5 tonne van, which amongst its many qualities, has claimed the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the ‘Heaviest weight towed by an electric van’. This accolade was reinformed at the EV Rally when team IVECO towed a JCB up one of the UK’s steepest streets. Cutts has 15 years’ experience working in the automotive sector.

37 Chris Rutherford

Next Generation Ambulance Programme Lead, London Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Chris has been leading London Ambulance Service’s (LAS) mission to cut emissions for many years now, and does not shy away from the challenges blue-light services face. Chris and his colleagues’ work came to fruition this New Year’s Eve, as LAS’s first electric ambulance went into service for the first time. London Ambulance Service won GREENFLEET’s Public Sector Fleet of the year award in 2023 in recognition of its efforts to decarbonise its entire fleet. E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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F 36 NEW Steven Beadle

Head of Ozone, The Grosvenor Group

Steve heads up 0Zone, The Grosvenor Group’s service that helps companies make a smooth transition to electric vehicles. Grosvenor Group won GREENFLEET’s 2023 Leasing Company of the Year award (up to 20,000 vehicles) in recognition of its work guiding customers to become some of the greenest in the country, while also ensuring its own fleet leads by example

35 NEW Matt Collins General Manager, BMW Group UK

Matt has been at BMW since 2006 and part of his experience was gained in Western USA where he gained useful insights into the rapidly evolving Californian EV market – knowledge which is helping him further electric mobility within corporate fleets in the UK. BMW was awarded GREENFLEET’s accolade of Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year in 2023, in celebration of its broad range of models that are successful in the fleet market.

34 h Dean Hedger

Senior Business Development Manager, Vital EV Solutions

Dean has extensive electric vehicle knowledge, which allows him to confidently advise on EV infrastructure, maintenance and procurement.

He is a regular contributor on industry webinars, podcasts and round table discussions. Vital EV Solutions won GREENFLEET’s Fleet & Workplace Charging Provider of the Year award in 2023, in recognition of the company’s growth and specialist work in high-power DC truck and van charging.

33 h James Venables

Head of Future Sustainability, Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK

With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, James manages all aspects of Mercedes-Benz’s electric truck product line, and takes pride in showcasing their capabilities. An enthusiastic driver on the EV Rally, James and his team impressed by completing the first day of the EV Rally in the eActros, which was the only vehicle that did not have to charge to get through the 316 miles.

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32 NEW James Taylor Managing Director, Vauxhall

James Taylor became managing director of Vauxhall in early 2023, and brings with him years of experience within the automotive industry. Vauxhall was crowned GREENFLEET’s EV Manufacturer of the Year in 2023, in recognition of its range of electric vehicles, including the Vivaro Electric which has proved incredibly popular with fleets.

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31 h David Watts

Fleet Product Manager – Electric Vehicles, Volkswagen Financial Services - Fleet

Described as an electric vehicle guru, David has 27 years in the fleet industry and 17 years of experience developing fleet sustainability and electrification strategies. He also worked to develop the EST’s ‘Plugged-in Fleets Initiative’ back in 2012, providing a blueprint for today’s EV transition. David is also an original member of the EV Committee for the Association of Fleet Professionals.

30 h Fraser Crichton

Corporate Fleet Operations Manager, Dundee City Council

Fraser has been in charge of Dundee City Council’s impressive fleet electrification since 2010, and the fleet now boasts nearly 200 electric vehicles.

As an early adopter of EV technology, Fraser has overcome many barriers along the way, and he is happy to share his experience and knowledge to help others on their zero-emission journey. Fraser speaks regularly at many industry conferences and events to share best practice.

29 h Paul Kirby

Founder, EV Essentials & EV Cafe

Paul is well-know as the go-to man for electric vans. He has over 30 years of automotive experience, which included helping to launch the Mercedes-Benz Electric Vito van in 2008. Paul now runs his own consultancy and training business and is a founding member of The EV Café team that is committed to busting myths and championing sustainability. Paul is also a regular commentator on GREENFLEET’s EV Rally. E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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F 28 Chris Chandler

Principal Consultant, Lex Autolease

Chris has extensive experience working with fleets of all sizes, helping them to master environmental fleet management and overcome the barriers to electrification. With Lex being headline sponsor of the EV Rally, Chris immerses himself in the challenge of proving EVs are capable for all journeys, as well as helping others along the way. Chris is proud to have been named on the GF100 list for the last seven years.

27 h Akira Kirton Vice President, bp pulse

Akira is at the helm of bp pulse, which is one of the largest rapid and ultra-fast public EV charging networks in the UK. Over the last 12 months, bp pulse opened nine new EV charging hubs including the country’s largest to date at the NEC in Birmingham, which was officially opened by The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP.

26 NEW Chris & Julie Ramsey Plug-in Adventures

Chris and Julie are EV adventurers, known for their endurance electric vehicle trips, including the recently completed 17,000 mile-drive from Pole to Pole. Through engaging social media content and videos, Chris and Julie take audiences with them on their adventures, demonstrating the capabilities of electric vehicles, even in extreme environments and areas where there are no public charging facilities.

25 h Justin Meyer

Managing Director, SWARCO Smart Charging Justin has headed up the business that is now SWARCO Smart Charging for 13 years, and in that time has made a significant contribution to the UK’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure, with the company installing more than 12,000 charging stations. Justin’s enthusiasm for the EV industry is infectious, and he is more than happy to advise and support others.

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24 h Ashley Tate Managing Director, Allstar Chargepass

Spotting a gap in the market, Ashley founded Mina - the EV home charging payment software - in 2020. Mina has now been bought by Allstar’s parent company, Fleetcor, to create Chargepass, which is headed up by Ashley. With extensive knowledge of EVs, Ashley has also become vice chair of the AFP’s EV, Alternative Fuels and Low Carbon Committee, and his expertise ensures he is a sought-after speaker at industry events.

23 NEW Martin Edgecox National Fleet Manager, National Highways

Martin Edgecox has worked at National Highways since 2013 and manages a diverse fleet for the organisation that builds, operates and maintains England’s motorways and A roads. He has significant experience of fleet in both the public and private sectors, and is delivering National Highways’ ambitious net zero plan, including for its 1,300-vehicle fleet. Martin was appointed to the board of the Association of Fleet Professionals in 2022.

22 h Gill Nowell Principal, AFRY

An advocate for electric vehicles since 2012, Gill has years of experience in the sustainable transport and energy industries, and much of her early work on EVgrid integration projects supported major legislative change. Gill co-founded EVA England to be a voice for EV drivers, and is now Principal consultant at sustainable engineering company AFRY. Gill has made radio appearances and written for a variety of media channels to advocate EV uptake.

21 NEW Stuart Murphy

Head of Fleet Electrification, Royal Mail

As head of fleet transformation, Stuart spearheaded the team that deployed the largest and quickest EV fleet transformation in the UK and significantly contributed to Royal Mail’s ambition to reach Net Zero emissions by 2040. For this, and his efforts implementing other alternative fuels, such as hydrotreated vegetable oil and bio-CNG, Stuart won GREENFLEET’s Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award in 2023.

20 h Quentin Willson Lobbyist & Founder, FairCharge

Quentin continues to dedicate his time to countering myths and misinformation about electric vehicles.

Through his FairCharge campaign, Quentin is pushing the critical issues of charging costs, infrastructure, air quality and EV availability to the forefront of the political agenda. Adding to this, FairCharge has collaborated with the Fully Charged show to launch the #StopBurningStuff campaign to counter the anti-EV rhetoric.

19 h Robert Llewellyn Founder, Fully Charged

Writer, broadcaster and actor Robert speaks out against anti-electric car rhetoric, and his Fully Charged show, along with FairCharge, have recently launched the #StopBurningStuff campaign to combat misinformation about electric vehicles. Fully Charged has a significant video presence on YouTube, a weekly podcast, and headline events not only in the UK, but internationally.

18 h Adrian Keen CEO, Instavolt

16 Mark Barrett Managing Director, Harris Maxus

Mark continues to lead the Maxus brand to success in the UK. With numerous fleets adopting its electric vans, Maxus is having a significant impact in fleet electrification, and is helping to make sustainable transportation feasible and accessible by introducing measures such as scrappage schemes and support programmes. What’s more, Maxus’ T90EV electric pick-up scooped GREENFLEET’s Vehicle of the Year in 2023 for its versatility within the fleet sector.

15 h Olly Craughan Head of Sustainability, DPD

Olly has helped DPD become a leader in sustainable delivery, taking on over 3,500 electric vehicles and opening a number of all-electric parcel delivery depots. Olly speaks candidly about the barriers that need to be overcome when taking on electric vans, in a bid to help others and influence policy. Olly was also voted top of Motor Transport’s Decarbonisation Power Players in 2023.

14 h Sam Clarke

Chief Vehicle Officer, Gridserve & EV Cafe Panellist

Adrian is responsible for driving Instavolt’s growth and strategic direction, and he does it well; the company has maintained its position as the UK’s largest charging network with more than 2,000 chargers in operation or construction. What’s more, Instavolt is the only CPO that solely install ultrarapid chargers over 100kW+. Last year also saw the network become available on Octopus and AllStar cards.

An early pioneer in electric vehicle fleet adoption, Sam founded the all-electric delivery firm Gnewt in 2009 which enabled him to gain a massive amount of knowledge on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. As Chief Vehicle Officer at GRIDSERVE, Sam plays a crucial role in supporting the expansion of high-powered Electric Forecourts and the Electric Highway network, while his role as an EV Café panelist sees Sam enthusiastically discuss all things EV. Sam’s expertise is sought after and he has contributed to many prominent platforms, including the Transport Select Committee in Westminster.

17 h Ian Johnston

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As well as heading up the hugely successful Osprey network, Ian is chair of ChargeUK, the new trade association for the UK’s electric vehicle charging industry whose members are investing billions of pounds in installing chargepoints. The association also works with government and other stakeholders to break down barriers and shape the policies needed to enable the EV transition.

Mike continues to voice the issues faced by vehicle manufacturers so that they can successfully fulfil their central role in meeting the country’s net zero goals. Mike has recently argued the case for investment in van-suitable public chargers, a longterm commitment to the Plug-in Van Grant, support for private buyers by halving VAT on new BEVs, and the need for a dedicated electric HGV charging network. E

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Chief Executive, Energy Saving Trust

An expert in climate change mitigation, Mike is helping drive forward this agenda across the UK. Mike has been at the Energy Saving Trust (EST) for over 20 years, and helps the organisation deliver its aims to support businesses and consumers to cut carbon in practical ways, as well as help deliver the government’s decarbonisation plans. Mike has over three decades’ experience in the environmental, energy efficiency, transport and recycling sectors.

11 i Gerry Keaney Chief Executive, BVRLA

A trusted and influential figure, Gerry continues to be the voice of the vehicle rental, leasing and fleet management industry. The BVRLA has recently launched its Future of Fleets Manifesto 2024, which outlines what’s needed for a successful transition to zero-emissions and where the government should be playing an active role, such as by providing greater certainty around tax and regulation.

10 h Sara Sloman

Chief Strategy Officer, Paythru & EV Cafe Panellist

Sara has buckets of drive and enthusiasm for electric vehicles and sustainable mobility. She has worked to deliver sustainable transport infrastructure projects for nearing twenty years both in the private and public sector and uses this experience to help others tackle the barriers to electrification. Sara was selected as the Barbara Cox Woman of the Year in 2023 and has decided to gift her bursary prize to someone else in the sector looking to boost their personal development. Sara has climbed the ranks of the GF100 due to her approachability and willingness to help others with their sustainability efforts.

9 h Bob Moran

Deputy Director, Decarbonisation Strategy, DfT

Bob leads the UK’s Department for Transport strategy on decarbonisation, and has been instrumental in pushing through the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate which sets out the percentage of new zero emission cars manufacturers will be required to produce each year up to 2035. Bob speaks at many events to update fleets on transport policy and incentives. Bob previously worked at the UK’s Office for Low Emission Vehicles, now known as OZEV.

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8 h Melanie Shufflebotham

COO & Co-Founder, Zapmap Melanie co-founded Zapmap, which is regarded as the authority on the UK’s public charging network. Melanie has a deep knowledge of the charging market and EV data sets, and helps paint a picture of the public EV charging situation, as well as what’s working well and what needs improvement. Zapmap continues to be the go-to resource for EV drivers, helping to eliminate some of the pain-points experienced by EV drivers, such as range anxiety, chargers not working, and complicated payments. Zapmap has also recently started mapping charge points in mainland Europe.

7 h Edmund King OBE President, The AA

Edmund is a true advocate and trusted spokesperson for electric vehicles, often helping to bust EV myths and disinformation in the media. Edmund lobbies and campaigns on all forms of transport safety and environmental issues, and has recently called for incentives for drivers to adopt zero emission vehicles, greater fuel price transparency, and to scrap smart motorways. Edmund is also a major character on the EV Rally, with an enthusiasm to get stuck-in and prove the capabilities of electric vehicles.

6 h Denise Beedell Senior Policy Manager, Logistics UK

Denise proactively leads policy work on vans and commercial vehicle electrification, charging regimes, decarbonisation, access restrictions, regulatory requirements, and planning issues.

This involves discussion forums, information services, and publications, as well as liaison with Logistics UK members, communication to external audiences, and briefing members on policy and regulatory issues that impact their business.

In 2022, Logistics UK welcomed its 20,000th member.

5 i Robert Evans

3 i Andy Eastlake

Robert is a well-known for his extensive knowledge of electric and hydrogen vehicle infrastructure. He has led the Centre of Excellence for Low Carbon and Fuel Cell technologies (Cenex) for the past 16 years, which is involved in many research projects looking at emerging business models for EV deployment, Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), large-scale hydrogen vehicle and infrastructure deployment, and real world use of electric heavy goods vehicles.

Andy Eastlake has recently stepped down as Zemo Partnership CEO, after more than a decade leading the Partnership and leaving a legacy of sustained progress in transport decarbonisation. A good friend of GREENFLEET, Andy has many notable achievements, which include overseeing the groundbreaking work of the Electric Vehicle Energy Taskforce. Andy Eastlake is a leading figure in transport decarbonisation, and spreads his influence by speaking at many events as well as appearing widely in the media and as an independent adviser to a wide range of government and transport decarbonisation initiatives.

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4 h Paul Hollick

Chairman, AFP & Managing Director, Lightfoot

In his role as chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), Paul has been instrumental in making the organisation a strong voice for the fleet sector. Priding itself on providing much needed guidance based on the needs expressed by fleet managers, the AFP delivered a record number of training days last year and is helping to break down the barriers that fleets face on their decarbonisation journey. Paul is also Managing Director at Lightfoot.

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Toddington has spent almost his whole career focused on delivering sustainable energy solutions, including creating five successful sustainable energy and low carbon businesses - including GRIDSERVE. Toddington scooped GREENFLEET’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in 2023, in appreciation of GRIDSERVE’s ground breaking Electric Forecourts and solar farms, which have been instrumental in decarbonising transport. Toddington takes the second spot in our GF100 Most Influential for his work helping to remove barriers to electrification using innovation.

CONGRATULATIONS h Lorna McAtear

Head of Fleet, National Grid Our top pick Lorna encapsulates the spirit of the GF100. Not only does she do an excellent job as fleet manager, successfully leading the decarbonising of a massive fleet both in the UK and in America, but she dedicates much of her time helping others do the same, by giving advice and speaking at events throughout the UK. The National Grid recently celebrated having over 1,000 electric vehicles in its UK fleet and has developed its Responsible Business Charter, which reconfirms its commitment to having a 100 per cent electric fleet by 2030 for its light-duty vehicles. Lorna is a winner of the Barbara Cox Award, winner of GREENFLEET’s Outstanding Achievement Award in 2022, and recently became deputy chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP). E

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51 Graham Thomas Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Group 52 Sukky Choongh Environmental Manager, SMMT 53 Dan McLaren UK EV Education Lead, bp pulse 54 Kate Tyrell CEO, ChargeSafe 55 Niall Riddell Co-Founder & CEO, Paua 56 John Curtis Operations Director, The EV Café 57 Billy Andrew Electric Vehicle Programme Manager, Police Scotland 58 Mark Constable Chair, Recharge UK (EV Forum) & Head of Public Affairs, Trojan Energy 59 Richard Parker EV Consultant UKI, Bridgestone Mobility Solutions 60 Sarah Gray Head of ZEV Strategy & Development, Dawson Group 61 Victoria Read Head of Policy & Public Affairs, Connected Kerb & Vice Chair, ChargeUK 62 Carlos Rodrigues Managing Director, Renault Trucks 63 Philip Fjeld Co-Founder & CEO, CNG Fuels 64 Owain Pearce Transport Manager, Oxford Direct Services 65 Charlie Cook Founder & CEO, Rightcharge 66 Tanya Neech Head of Sustainability, Scania UK 67 James Court, CEO, EVA England 68 Mike Potter CEO, DriveElectric & CrowdCharge 69 Patricia Wolfe Managing Director, Athlon UK 70 Jim Graham Group Finance Director, Arnold Clark 71 David Savage Vice President, UK & Ireland, Geotab 72 Tim Laver Managing Director, ALD Automotive 73 Dr Chris Jardine Technical Director, Joju Solar 74 Toby Butler Managing Director, ubitricity UK 75 David Landy Head of Fleet, Evri 76 Kate Armitage Director, Kate Armitage Consulting & Ambassador, GREENFLEET 77 Linda Grave Founder & CEO, EV Driver 78 Steve Nash Chief Executive Officer, Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) 79 Gary McRae Business Development Manager, SWARCO 80 Jonny Berry Head of Decarbonisation, Novuna Vehicle Solutions 81 Steve Little Managing Director, Certas Energy 82 Amanda Lyne Managing Director, ULEMCo & Chair, Hydrogen Energy Association 83 S-J Mitchell, Senior Fleet & Supply Chain Manager, OVO Energy 84 Matthew Dear CEO & Founder, BEAT 85 Matt Ralfe Innovation & Change Manager, Nottingham City Council 86 Aaron Powell Fleet Director, Speedy Services 87 Rob Smallwood Fleet Operations Manager, Tesco 88 George Thurman Co-Founder, Women Drive Electric 89 Simon King Partner, Edenseven 90 Adam Hall Director of Energy Services, Drax Group 91 Paul Nicholls Managing Director, Nicholls Transport 92 Alec Peachey Publisher, Transport and Energy 93 Tom Middleditch Head of Electric Mobility, Europcar Mobility Group UK 94 Edward Yendluri Contracts Manager, Westminster City Council 95 Keith Stark Head of Business Development, Hiyacar 96 Andrew Stead Commercial Director, Plug Me In 97 Steve Imm Head of Transport Services, Gloucestershire Constabulary 98 Dominic Phinn Senior Policy Manager, Climate Group 99 Chris Demetriou Assistant Director of Corporate Fleet, London Borough of Islington 100 Angus Webb Chief Executive Officer, Dynamon

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Helping fleets get zero-emissions ready Europcar is empowering businesses and individuals alike to go greener in their mobility. Focused on widening awareness of the role vehicle rental can play in helping businesses and individuals reduce their environmental impact, Europcar champions the idea of vehicle usership over ownership

unnecessary journeys and reduces emissions because employees know when and where vehicles are for collection, ending wasted or unnecessarily extended journeys.

Dispelling the myths and changing attitudes around electric motoring, ultimately helping drivers and fleets to reduce emissions, Europcar has made significant investment in the last year. Whether drivers rent an electric or hybrid car or van for a few hours, several days, weeks, months or longer, Europcar is supporting the evolution towards zero emissions driving. By the end of 2023, 12 per cent of the company’s car fleet was BEV or PHEV. Walking the talk As well as a growing fleet of BEV and hybrid vehicles available for customers to rent, Europcar has introduced a number of initiatives to reduce its own emissions – walking the talk when it comes to sustainability. EVs are used as runner vehicles by Europcar’s drivers for its Delivery & Collection service, accounting for 39 per cent of D&C mileage driven and saving 91 tonnes of CO2. And Europcar’s Connected Fleet strategy cuts out

Fully charged EV support To help customers opt for greener vehicles Europcar has also created a unique digital EV guide to educate and inform. And a partnership with Zapmap enables drivers to access EV charging information to plan their journey as well as a cost calculator to compare with petrol or diesel. Plus, a network of Certified Electric Vehicle Experts support customers at vehicle handover. Coupled with the wide range of electric and hybrid vehicle options and support with charging, this has already had a significant impact on customer choices.

EV adoption by Europcar’s clients is steadily increasing, with 3.5 million EV miles driven by customers in 2023 - that’s 50,000 more EV days y-o-y. The significant investment in support for new adopters of electric also means the Europcar Net Promoter Score for electric vehicles is currently running 10 percentage points above the score for ICE vehicles.

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by Optimize, took place on 7 December at the British Motor Museum in Warwick, and were presented by comedian Simon Evans.

Amongst the winners were pioneering fleet operators that have risen to the environmental challenge, as well as the companies and vehicle manufacturers that support them.

There was individual recognition too, with fleet manager awards, together with the coveted EV Champions – which are now in their tenth year.

For the third year, GREENFLEET also announced its Vehicle of the Year award.

The 2023 winner was the Maxus T90EV electric pick-up, distributed by Harris Automotive Distributors, recognised for its impressive range of up to 220 miles and its versatility within the fleet sector.

The GREENFLEET Award for Outstanding Achievement was presented to Toddington Harper, CEO of GRIDSERVE, in appreciation

of GRIDSERVE’s groundbreaking Electric Forecourts and solar farms, which have been instrumental in decarbonising transport.

Toddington joined the awards via video link to Dubai, where he was attending COP28, to accept his award and reflected on his inspirational career making clean energy and sustainability accessible for the masses.

Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year Police Scotland took home the accolade of Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year for its significant introduction of greener vehicles onto its fleet; with 1,025 ultra low emission vehicles, this makes up 30 per cent of the overall fleet.

It also has 738 fully electric vehicles and plans are already underway to increase this during 2023/24 financial year. Over the past three years, Police Scotland has reduced diesel consumption from 5.7 million to 3.8 million litres. This equates to a projected gross reduction in carbon emissions of over 4,000 tCO2e. E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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Public Sector Fleet Manager Edward Yendluri from Westminster City Council was the worthy recipient of the Public Sector Fleet Manager Award for delivering real innovation in the council’s waste, cleansing, and recycling fleet. These include testing compressed natural gas (CNG), hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), and hydrogen, as well as upcycling old diesel trucks to fully electric vehicles and securing a large fleet of OEM full electric trucks. Edward led the electric depot project, which has highly sophisticated smart power balancing charging infrastructure for a fleet of 45 electric trucks. The power for the depot is procured from an energy from

waste plant (EfW), where Westminster’s nonrecyclable waste is incinerated to generate power via a private power purchase agreement.

This model has no impact on the already congested inner London power grid and saves over 2,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year.

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F Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year London Ambulance Service was presented with the award for Public Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year, impressing judges with its innovation and investment put into , reducing the weight of its ambulances down to 3.5 tonnes (from 5 tonnes), saving 30 per cent of the exhaust emissions across 128 new vehicles. It has now taken this a step further and have just got its first fully electric ambulance from an OEM. The Trust has three more being delivered and when proven, are planning to buy these at scale in 2024.

Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year The winner of the Private Sector Car Fleet of the Year was E.ON UK, which currently has 620 company cars on its fleet, with 79 per cent of those being electric. This keeps the company firmly on track for its target of being fully electric by 2025. E.ON UK’s average CO2 across the company car fleet is 19g/km, an 85 per cent reduction in emissions in the three and a half years since the company started its fleet decarbonisation journey.

E.ON has a good numbers of electric vehicle charges at its sites, and is also looking to reduce other travel related emissions by introducing a travel booking system.

Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year Welch’s Transport was crowned with the title of Private Sector Commercial Fleet of the Year, recognised for its work greening its fleet and helping other hauliers to do the same. Last year the company took on one of the country’s E

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The Award for Outstanding Achievement was presented to Toddington Harper, CEO of GRIDSERVE, in appreciation of the company’s groundbreaking Electric Forecourts and solar farms F first 19-ton battery electric HGVs. Adding to this achievement is the installation of a 150-kW charger back which holds the mantle for the only HGV publicly accessible supercharger in the UK, a resource shared with fellow hauliers. The company is also harnessing artificial intelligence to optimize their routes and reduce emissions.

Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Stuart Murphy from Royal Mail took the prize for Private Sector Fleet Manager of the Year, recognised for the highly successful rollout of the electric van programme and his efforts to explore and implement alternative fuel solutions. As head of fleet transformation, Stuart spearheaded the team that deployed the largest and quickest EV fleet transformation in the UK and significantly contributed to Royal Mail’s Steps to Zero strategy which includes the ambition to reach Net Zero emissions by 2040.

IT Innovation Award The IT Innovation award examines the latest advancements in fleet technology, including fleet management software, telematics, route tracking and other IT related transport technology. Dynamon was the 2023 winner,

celebrated for its new Synthetic Telematics module which allows businesses to run a virtual electric fleet. The technology, similar to that used by aerospace manufacturers, can either take existing telematics data or create its own.

Using ZERO’s extensive, bespoke database of almost all electric commercial vehicles, fleets can spec exact vehicles, including options such as battery size, tyre choice, weights, optional extras and accessories.

Next, they can then create routes, using either existing journeys or by plotting new ones.

Fleets can now run their entire operation virtually before a wheel even turns for real.

Leasing Company of the Year Award (up to 20,000 vehicles) This year there were two categories for leasing companies, depending on their fleet size. For the category up to 20,000 vehicles, Grosvenor Leasing won the award, in recognition of its 0Zone EV transition consultancy service. This service has been guiding fleet customers to become some of the greenest in the country, while also ensuring its own fleet leads by example. By 2025, Grosvenor Leasing’s internal fleet will be completely emission-free. Already, its in-house fleet is 85 per cent electrified, E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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It is currently allowing 33,000 verified drivers share 2,600 live vehicles. Hiyacar also provides Car Club Solutions for new developments, pool car fleet management systems for NHS Trusts, as well as for local authorities.

Leasing Company of the Year Award (over 20,000 vehicles) In the larger leasing company category, Volkswagen Financial Services Fleet scooped the award, with judges impressed with the company’s EVolve proposition – which offers support for fleets, including a host of tools, solutions, services and advice.

The EVolve proposition has had significant environmental impacts, with a 58 per cent CO2 deduction across its order bank between 2020 and 2022, and EV orders growing ahead of industry averages.

Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year The Alternative Fuel Provider of the Year award went to Certas Energy for its work supplying HVO – a drop-in alternative diesel made from renewable raw materials and sustainable waste from verified vegetable fats and oils.

Certas Energy is a Recognised Fuel Supplier under Zemo’s Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme and is providing assistance to Royal Mail with its roll-out of HVO for its HGVs.

Mobility Provider of the Year Mobility Provider of the Year recognises efforts to reduce the environmental impact of business travel with innovative measures such as zeroemission vehicles, car clubs, car sharing, flexible rental and leasing, as well as the promotion of public transport and active travel. Hiyacar won the award, in recognition of its versatile vehicle sharing platform. It is the only CoMoUK accredited car club operator allowing both P2P car sharing (Airbnb for cars) and traditional

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Public & On-street Charging Provider of the Year New for this year, the Public & On-street Charging Provider of the Year award recognised the the company that can demonstrate excellence in its customer satisfaction and reliability rates, as well as its efforts to tackle challenges to EV adoption through its public charging solutions.

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The structured transition programme included close consultation with executives at Tata Steel UK on strategic elements including choice lists, infrastructure, driver awareness, training and fleet policy updates.

Through our partnership, Tata Steel UK’s fleet carbon footprint has fallen 69 per cent, cutting CO2 emissions by more than 1,500 tonnes and halving fuel costs.

David Laurence, UK employee benefits manager for Tata Steel UK, said: “Longterm strategic change is part of Tata Steel’s sustainable values that envision a decarbonised future and we are now in the final stages of creating a fleet built around zero-emissions capability.” M FURTHER INFORMATION

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F 10 million miles of range into the UK’s electric vehicles each month, including 28 Electric Super Hubs and two innovative Electric Forecourts®.

Fleet & Workplace Charging Provider of the year Also new for 2023, the Fleet & Workplace Charging Provider of the year award recognised companies that can demonstrate successful charging installations and a willingness to go above-and-beyond to help customers with their on-site infrastructure requirements.

Vital EV Solutions scooped the award in the fleet charging category, in recognition of its growth and specialist work in high-power, fastcharging DC truck and LCV solutions. Since foundation in 2019, Vital has seen an average 400 per cent year-on-year growth – 437 per cent in the last year alone. This is derived from 1,129 successful charger installations for 106 clients.

HGV Manufacturer of the Year Award DAF Trucks was presented with the award for HGV Manufacturer of the Year for its new generation DAF XD and XF Electric which has a range of over 310 miles. DAF’s e-trucks are also embedded in UK fleets, with the Asset Alliance Group placing an order for 1,500 new models – including at least 75 e-HGVs. What’s more, a DAF LF Electric was driven

by Team DAF-Cenex in GREENFLEET’s 2023 EV Rally, with the truck seconded from the UK’s Battery Electric Truck Trial (BETT).

LCV Manufacturer of the Year Award Recognising innovation in light commercial vehicles, IVECO won the LCV Manufacturer of the Year category, in recognition of its new eDaily which offers class-leading advantages in towing capability and battery options due to a modular battery set-up. A choice of one (37kWh), two (74kWh) or three (111kWh) batteries means an operator can add or remove batteries or swap a unit between vehicles should a vehicle mission change. Official WLTP combined cycle ranges start at 64 miles for the 3.5t, 37kWh single-battery model, through to 186 miles for the 111kWh, three-battery 4.25t variant.

Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year Award BMW was awarded the accolade of Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year Award, in celebration of its broad range of models that are successful in the fleet market, including the X1, 3 Series, i4 and 5 Series. The all-electric i4 strikes at the heartland of the fleet market, and this year a new entry level i4 eDrive 35 model has been launched, the 210kW, 299-mile range saloon adding more fleet appeal.

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GREENFLEET Vehicle of the Year The Vehicle of the Year award goes to GREENFLEET’s choice of the most impressive zero-emission vehicle, in terms of range, technology, design, and charging capabilities.

The award went to the Maxus T90EV, which is distributed by Harris Automotive Distributors.

The MAXUS T90 EV is the UK’s first electric pickup, and offers a WLTP-rated range of up to 205 miles on a single charge, from its 88.5kWh battery. In addition to a very practical 1,000kg payload and up to 1,000kg (braked) of towing capacity, the T90EV combines a visually sporty design with a high specification, a modern interior finish and ample space for occupants and storage.

GREENFLEET Award for Industry Innovation The UK’s first fully electric mixer, conducted in partnership with TVS Interfleet (TVSI), Tarmac and Renault Trucks, won the

GREENFLEET Award for Industry Innovation.

TVSI took the opportunity to challenge every element of the conventional mixer design, its interaction with the vehicle chassis and its operation. The new e-mixer has no less than seven new patents. Following a three month trial, the e-mixer has already saved over five tonnes of CO2 from being released.

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F proved incredibly popular with fleets - up to October 2023, the model has been the UK’s most popular electric light commercial, with the smaller Combo Electric sitting just two places below it.

EV Champions The 2023 GREENFLEET Awards marked the tenth year of recognising its EV Champions.

The accolade recognises individuals working in the fleet, transport and automotive industries that have championed the cause of electric vehicle uptake. ​These individuals are passionate about EVs, work to overcome any challenges, and are happy to share their experience and passion with others.

The 2023 EV Champions were David Watts from VWFS; Niall Riddell from Paua; Kate Tyrrell from ChargeSafe; Tom Middleditch from Europcar; and Claire Miller, Independent Mobility & Energy Advisor.

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Police Scotland scoops GREENFLEET’s Public Sector Car Fleet of the Year award

In 2019, Police Scotland produced a 10 year Fleet Strategy. This ambitious document stated with economic and commercial support, its 3,500 vehicle fleet could be 100 per cent ULEV by the end of that period.

The previous year had witnessed 29 (AC) vehicle chargers installed covering

25 sites; this is now referred to as our pilot phase. With Force Executive and Scottish Government backing, a tender was produced to appoint a contractor to install around 580 chargers into police stations.

This was split into three phases based on 50, 50 and 108 sites.

The ratio of 3:1 – vehicles to charging outlets was agreed; this provides a high level of resilience. Three speeds of EV charger were chosen; 11kW AC, 50kW DC & 120kW DC. Our unmarked cars were the first vehicles replaced by EVs, with a rolling programme then looking at marked response

vans and cars. As the vehicle manufacturers EV marques naturally develop, we believe suitable vehicles will come to market. After extensive evaluation we will then start replacing those vehicle ranges. To date over 30 per cent of our fleet are ULEVs. A single RFID card provides access to around 13,000 public chargers (UK wide), in addition to private (Police) network chargers and those belonging to other blue-light services, and this continues to expand. L FURTHER INFORMATION

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Industry Insight: Electric vehicle charging infrastructure Thomas Dinnage, head of partnerships at ElectrAssure, explores how to get past the common barriers to installing electric vehicle charging infrastructure, as well as what financial help organisations can get to ease mounting costs

What are the most common pitfalls that companies come across when installing fleet or workplace charging infrastructure?

One of the most common barriers to installing EV charging infrastructure is power availability to site. Through an initial fleet consultation, you can determine the existing power available on site and at what time throughout the day whilst your business is operational. You

can then forecast what your required EV charging infrastructure will need. This allows us to understand if there is sufficient power already available or (more commonly) we need to implement load management or seek additional power from the DNO. The DNO process can become very costly and time consuming for customers who want to focus on their core business activity.

Another aspect to consider is post installation Maintenance. Once installed fleets require their charging infrastructure to have a robust solution to provide consistent and efficient maintenance when there is an issue to prevent any downtime. ElectrAssure believe in providing

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The DNO process can become very costly and time consuming for customers who want to focus on their core business activity this piece of mind to fleet owners/managers and have varied SLAs and packages to suit different fleet types within an organisations mix.

Another issue is cost. A lot of companies will sub contract the installation of the EV chargers and this can lead to a lack of experience/ quality in the installation. There are lots of different hardware and software solutions and it is difficult to know which product is best for your fleet requirements. ElectrAssure can also reduce customers costs by designing EV infrastructure to suit current and future requirements. Future proof solutions can prevent expensive infrastructure upgrades and operational downtime/disruptions.

What financial help can companies get when installing charging infrastructure?

An EV infrastructure grant gives you money off the cost of wider building and installation work that’s needed to install multiple chargepoint sockets. The work can be for sockets you want to install now and in the future. For example, an EV infrastructure grant can cover things like wiring and posts.

The grant covers 75 per cent of the cost of the work, up to a maximum of £15,000. You can get up to £350 per chargepoint socket installed and up to £500 per parking space enabled with supporting infrastructure.

You can receive up to five grants across five different sites. This is currently available until 2025.

High initial Capex can be off putting and in some cases not within scope/budget.

Customer need different finance options for EV infrastructure similar to vehicle procurement.

ElectrAssure offer leasing options for the entirety of our solution from survey through to maintenance. There are additional tax benefits when leasing which attract the attention of the CFO’s of our customers.

How will the ZEV mandate impact the public charging network, fleets, and the wider EV industry?

Thomas Dinnage, head of partnerships, ElectrAssure Thomas is passionate about sustainability and creating a greener future. He has helped guide and assist some of the UK’s largest companies on their EV strategy and has delivered multi-site AC and DC full turnkey solutions for National Grid, Tesco, DHL, Sainsbury’s, UPS and many more.

Our customers represent a wide variety of industries but they share something in common, which is that the commercial fleets EV transition continues to march on. The ZEV amendment seems to have been dismissed by most. There is a huge risk to delaying the electrification of fleets both in future cost increases and installation availability reducing.

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Decarbonising Haulage

A haulage company on the road to net-zero Chris Welch, director of GREENFLEET’s award-winning fleet, Welch’s Transport, shares his experience of running an electric truck, and gives advice to other logistics operators looking to decarbonise I’m not one to shy away from talking about decarbonising our industry as my LinkedIn profile regularly showcases. Supported by my team and family, Welch’s Transport is trying to demonstrate how UK hauliers can start to transition to a new age of zero emission operations, especially in the SME space.

So, what have we done and what have we learnt?

I will say from the outset that I’m a big advocate of electric and that is what I will discuss here. Whilst hydrogen is an option, we are yet to see any type of real-world

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application so I can’t envision that it is a likely option for a couple of years. There are steps in the interim which can be taken with the likes of HVO or synthetic fuels. But at what cost?

Is the HVO source verified? At the end of the day it simply isn’t a zero emissions option!

We’ve now had over seven months experience of running our Renault eTech D Wide 19t rigid and I feel the industry is starting to grapple with the idea of running lower weight class Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV). Hauliers who operate in the same space as us; (good old-fashion regional hauliers), all operate within pallet

Legislative change We also require some legislative change if we want to maintain our gross weight.

In January, I sat on a Department for Transport (DfT) workshop hosted by Renault and led by the decarbonisation power player Andrew Scott earlier. From that session it was comforting to see that the DfT have recognised the requirement to identify solutions to accelerate the decarbonisation journey. Is it as simple as following Europe and increasing axle weights to 13.5t? If so, this still needs legislative intervention to become reality.

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networks and thus a good percentage of our fleets are feasible to transition to BEV within current operational parameters today. The first barrier at this point becomes financial, so I highly recommend reading ‘Delivering Net Zero’ by the Green Finance Institute which starts to identify and tackle financial barriers to entry.

But the biggest hurdle is the 44t part of the industry, and the currently impossible questions; “what do we do when it comes to tramping?” the backbone of our industry, and “where has my 4t gone”? This is one is going to take time, it’s ultimately going to be combated by the development of the UK’s infrastructure (be it onsite or public).

In terms of action, the DfT recently launched the Zero Emissions HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator Programme (ZEHID) with four consortiums. Again, our attitude and work in the decarbonisation space has meant we are the only SME operator who has been invited to join one of these consortiums, eFreight 2030. These are the type of opportunities which I foresee opening up for those operators who want to take the plunge. The same will hopefully be said for our customer bases, especially as there is legislative change coming into effect regarding which sized organisations have to report annually on their emissions. E

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F Smaller changes For those who don’t have access to these kinds of opportunities, there are a number of smaller changes which can be taken on the road to net zero. We’ve implemented AI Route Optimisation Software which reduces mileage, and in some instances, the total number of vehicles deployed. We’ve converted 90 per cent of our double deck fleet to LSTs and this will be completed this year and result in us needing two fewer trailers on the road. But, in my view, the cheapest step is to start analysing your operation – for example, what energy connectivity you have at your site. Engage with bodies like the Energy Saving Trust who will help you understand your own pathway to decarbonisation.

It might sound strange, but even just running a BEV company car will help you start on your journey. Understanding range, knowing what type of chargers return what length of charge, being able to feel what it is like to drive electric, down to the impression it gives customers when you arrive in an electric vehicle - all at two per cent company car tax. But for me it also strengthened my belief in electric. I’ve run electric for three and a half years and I’m now on what I term my ‘second-generation model’.

In that time the majority of OEMs have entered the BEV car market with some level of offering which matches their brands positioning in the

marketplace, enabling buyers to get better deals. We are already seeing this in the HGV world and again this is also being driven by the sales quotas OEMs have to hit. In any industry, competition drives technological developments and innovation. In one generation of development I maintained the same 0-60, increased the book range from 197 to 341 miles, a charging capacity from 49kwh to 200kwh (1.5hrs to 28mins charge time) and more importantly at 25 per cent less capital outlay.

Attitude is important Attitude also plays a big part here; our industry is full of operators who swear by a certain brands and some OEMs have capitalised on this like Scania and its V8 following. I come from a family of petrol heads and motorbike riders and spent my adolescence driving STs and Imprezas, but hand on heart I will never go back to a combustion engine having experienced both sides, because I now understand that this new age of battery electric vehicles brings just as much to the table from a driver experience point of view …. the ability to go 0-60 in 4.6 seconds helps as well.

This attitude has been shared in our allocated eHGV driver pool, I would recommend identifying those initial drivers who are willing to come on that first alternative fuel vehicle journey with you, to be your brand ambassadors, and share their knowledge and experience. As all operators know, the speed at which opinions will travel round the yard is invaluable. Our driver trainer and drivers already understand the new age of kwh per mile from mpg, how to push energy recuperation and look after the battery.

The road isn’t an easy one, we’ve had to swap out our ultra-rapid charger due to hardware issues, and we’ve changed one of

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the battery cells on our BEV through our truck centre. But these are all learning experiences.

Everything is an opportunity to progress; SLAs on your charging infrastructure is key, (anything over 12 hours won’t do) and have you got redundancy built into the way you charge? Our dead battery cell only impacted range and nothing else, so we ran that vehicle up to the hour before it was booked in, and it was back on the road that evening – whilst at the same time I had an ICE rigid off the road with an injector fault for six weeks!

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Alternative Fuels

Refuelling with natural gas Natural gas is a great way for HGV fleets to significantly reduce emissions. But what’s the refuelling network like? And what are the practicalities when filling up with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)?

John Leslie borrowed IVECO’s S-Way truck to find out We are transitioning into a cleaner and greener world where emissions matter, with transport a key focus for global governments. The electric revolution has already built momentum in the realm of passenger cars with more EV models than ever before hitting the road, and the same is happening for light commercial vehicles.

However, heavy goods vehicles represent more of a challenge when it comes to finding a zeroemissions solution due to the technological challenges of range and charging infrastructure for our essential haulage routes.

Manufacturers are hard at work developing the next generation of electric HGVs with some such as the Mercedes-Benz eActros and IVECO S-eWay offering class-leading range of up to 310 miles. Hydrogen is another solution for longer haulage operations, but infrastructure needs to be in place before such trucks become truly viable. So, what is a fleet manager to do? With increasing low emission zones in place today and businesses wanting to be more environmentally sympathetic, could CNG be in pole position?

CNG, or Compressed Natural Gas, vehicles aren’t new, but their environmental credentials and rapidly expanding refuelling network are making them increasingly popular with operators. Running such a vehicle on renewable biomethane can dramatically reduce emissions.

IVECO has been an industry leader in CNG for over two decades and claims that its IVECO S-Way Natural Gas truck running on biomethane produces 95 per cent less CO2 than an equivalent diesel vehicle. It’s also quieter when entering urban spaces – welcome news for residents living near supermarkets – and can be maintained by the same network as IVECO’s diesel trucks.

Refuelling a CNG truck What about refuelling? One of the biggest hurdles for alternative fuel vehicles today is the fuelling network, and in the case of EVs, how long it takes to charge. CNG might be the solution, so we’ve borrowed an IVECO S-Way Natural Gas to find out for ourselves. E Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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F Those familiar with IVECO’s S-Way tractor unit would find it difficult to play spot the difference between a traditional diesel model and this CNG alternative. It has the same spacious cab, retains its stylish Italian bodywork, and produces a healthy 460hp and 2,000Nm of torque. IVECO’s aim is to provide a vehicle that can lower fleet emissions without compromising on the vehicle’s overall capabilities. In fact, the Italian marque recently announced a new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas truck capable of producing 500hp and featuring even greater fuel capacity for longer range.

A reassuringly steady journey through the UK’s recent stormy weather – complete with fulllength trailer – revealed a pleasantly refined truck. The quiet nature of the CNG engine meant cab conversation needn’t require raised voices, and the truck itself made progress effortlessly.

Patrick Farbrace, IVECO’s business line director (Truck) said: “Natural Gas is an excellent way for a fleet to greatly reduce emissions. There are different paths to decarbonisation for operators, with no one size fits all solution. That’s why IVECO pioneers multiple alternative fuelled vehicles to ensure all missions are catered for.

CNG is a cost-effective way to reduce emissions while retaining vehicle capability.”

The fuelling destination Our refuelling destination was CNG Fuels in Avonmouth, a site that opened back in 2022 as the world’s largest biomethane refuelling station.

In fact, it’s possible for the Avonmouth station to refuel up to 80 CNG vehicles per hour!

There is a growing network of 12 CNG Fuels stations in the UK supplying 100 per cent renewable biomethane – one of the greenest forms of natural gas.

What is biomethane? In short, it’s a natural byproduct of the breakdown of organic matter.

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Using something called an anaerobic digester, animal manure or food waste can be broken down to create biomethane. In fact, some CNG operators working within food waste or farming have their own digestors, creating an impressively efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly circular economy to fuel their own fleets.

Filling the truck The Avonmouth CNG Fuels site looks much like you’d expect somewhere HGVs refuel, with plenty of hardstanding and a series of pumps narrating the open space. These pumps provide two refuelling pressures via the choice of nozzles dependant on what your truck is equipped for. The smaller NGV1 is supported by the larger NGV2 for those trucks that support it. This IVECO S-Way with its eight 115 litre gas tanks was fitted with the optional NGV2 port for faster fuelling.

To start all you need is a CNG Fuels fob that’s connected to your account for payments. Simply scan the fob, enter the requested details and you can begin. No comical bio-hazard suits are needed with the whole experience feeling not too dissimilar to putting diesel into a regular truck. The pump hose neatly affixes to the IVECO with a clamp creating an air-tight connection,

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and then you are ready to push start. The fuel pump begins to whirr away, and around eight minutes later, the tanks are full. All you need to do is disconnect the hose and you’re free to hit the road again. It’s really that simple!

Cost considerations Any savvy fleet manager has to think about costs, and the good news is that CNG is typically cheaper than diesel. Prices do fluctuate just like diesel, and the war in Ukraine did see gas prices spike along with other fuels, but anomalies aside, savings can be made when implementing CNG vehicles.

Such trucks do carry a price premium over their diesel counterparts, however, it is considerably less than the equivalent electric or hydrogen HGV. Factor in the cost savings CNG provides over diesel when entering the increasing number of low-emission zones, and the scales begin to tip in favour of gas.

As part of a £2 million fleet investment, UK logistics group Kinaxia Logistics recently took delivery of new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks with more to arrive through the year. These trucks will soon make up 10per cent of the company’s primary fleet of vehicles.

Richard Smith, group MD Primary, said in a recent release: “The addition of these vehicles is

To start refuelling, you need a CNG Fuels fob that’s connected to your account for payments. Simply scan the fob, enter the requested details and you can begin a significant step as we look to create a carbon net zero linehaul and trunking fleet for our customers. We trialled the trucks earlier in the year and the feedback was extremely positive.

The units have a good specification, and the CNG fuelling network is expanding as more sites continue to come online.”

Decarbonisation in the transport industry will take many forms with some solutions working better for an application than others.

Electric trucks could be the perfect fit for back-to-base operations where they are reliably charged and hit the road every day with 100 per cent battery, while hydrogen could be the future of long-haul missions. However, as a solution that can be implemented today, CNG appears to be a true environmental champion that allows operators to have their cake and eat it too. M Issue 151 | GREENFLEET MAGAZINE

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CV Show Preview

The CV Show – the beating heart of Britain’s green road transport industry The Commercial Vehicle Show – the UK’s most comprehensive road freight transport event in the UK, is at the heart of the sector as it undergoes rapid change with decarbonisation, automation, new safety standards and workforce training With innovative truck, van, trailer and aftermarket products, from electric and hydrogen vehicles to cutting-edge components, the Commercial Vehicle (CV) Show is the most important fixture in the calendar for fleet buyers to discover the very latest technology that will drive down their running costs, improve vehicle safety and boost operational efficiency.

Now in its 23rd year, the CV Show is expected to bring some 15,000 buyers and 300 exhibitors to the NEC Birmingham from 23-25 April – who’ll get a firsthand look at the zero-emission future being delivered by the world’s largest brands and some of the most innovative components and solutions providers, all laying out their products and plans for 2024 and beyond.

The Show, led by SMMT, RHA and IRTE, has been developed by manufacturers, operators and engineers with an enviable track record as an event that drives business growth, with 98 per cent of visitors holding fleet purchasing authority. From executives, directors and transport managers to

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procurement professionals and engineers, the attraction for exhibitors is clear, as the annual meeting place for businesses and operators to network, share knowledge and generate customer leads – with last year’s event generating a new business connection at least every seven seconds.

Susan Kitchener, executive lead from the Commercial Vehicle Show, said: “With hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of operators all eager to invest in the very latest commercial vehicle technology, the CV Show is industry’s place for fine-tuning growth – all under one roof. A huge range of vehicles and products plus an expert seminar programme makes it Britain’s must-see event for those who want both to see the future – and to deliver it.”

Delivering decarbonisation Futureproofing your business and being aware of the latest products is essential as the sector travels closer to Britain’s ambitious targets for the phase-out of traditionally fuelled vehicles.

A Platforn for knowledge sharing The zero-emission transition is just one of many challenges facing the sector – and, alongside new product launches and demonstrations of vehicles, infrastructure, components, services and solutions, this year’s Show will host a dedicated seminar programme designed to empower operators with the knowledge they need to meet them.

Visitors will get expert advice on four core issues: Decarbonisation, People, Zero Emission Vehicles, and Technology. There will be talks on how to introduce zero emission trucks and vans to a fleet, international decarbonisation challenges, the residual value and second life of batteries, and tyres and trailers.

The programme will also cover the crucial issues facing businesses, from the latest technical and compliance updates, to guidance and discussions on upskilling the workforce, recruiting, health and well-being, reflecting that the sector is more than just the vehicle and depots, but the people who keep the country’s economy moving.

This year, therefore, directors and managers will gain actionable learnings from the Show, to reduce their costs, cut their carbon and improve the efficiency and safety of their

operations. With engineering also rapidly advancing, fleet managers will better understand the training their teams will require and how to bring in a new generation of talent.

Richard Smith, managing director of the Road Haulage Association, said: “The CV Show is a vital fixture in the commercial road vehicle sector promoting the very best innovations to help businesses operate responsibly and efficiently. It’s also an opportunity for people to connect, learn and join in conversations about the future of our industry, especially on the journey to net zero.”

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From 2035, all new vans and all new trucks under 26 tonnes will need to be zero emission – little more than one full cycle of fleet renewal for the average UK operator. Operators that want to stay ahead need to start planning today.

The Show will once again bring the very best, greenest products to the fore, with visitors able to get up and close with exhibitions and speak to the experts of products that can power business – such as electric vans, battery solutions, software designers, hydrogen trucks and infrastructure providers, as well as a huge range of components and logistics services.

Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said: “The commercial vehicle sector plays a pivotal role in the UK economy, with manufacturers investing billions to deliver ever greener, safer and more cost-effective vehicles and equipment. With the sector in such a period of complex change, operators’ need for expert insight into the latest technologies and regulation has never been greater.

“In these uncertain times, the CV Show is an unmissable opportunity, providing the most authoritative platform for manufacturers to demonstrate how they can help businesses across Britain navigate the road ahead.”

Safety comes first Demand for expert advice has never been more sought after in the commercial vehicle sector, as hauliers respond to a rising number of compliance requirements. Importantly, commercial vehicle operators are determined to put safety at the forefront of their operations, according to recent data from the Department for Transport, with vans and trucks now a third less likely to be involved in a collision per billion miles travelled than the average vehicle – while truck collision rates have more than halved over the past decade.

Such progress is in no small part thanks to advancements in vehicle design and assistance technology, and the CV Show 2024 will once again bring world-leading vehicle brands to demonstrate their new truck and van safety equipment, such as cameras, reversing aids, telematics, braking systems and tyre management.

John Eastman, president of the Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) on behalf of the Institute of Road Transport Engineers, said: “The CV Show plays an important and vital role in the total scene of road transport not only in the display of new vehicles, but the development of initiatives that allow the operators of trucks, the owners of trucks and the providers of maintenance, to look ahead to achieving efficiency, reducing emissions and improvement in safety in an arena that reflects the importance of road transport to the nation.

“Large or small, road transport vehicles are an integral part of the economy. The CV Show allows all associated with transport a window to look into the future, and how best to be safe and compliant.” M FURTHER INFORMATION

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Air Cargo

Embracing sustainable aviation and air cargo DHL Express is committed to finding ways to reduce carbon emissions throughout the entire journey of its shipments, which includes its air operations. Duncan Heron, VP of DHL Express UK, discusses the company’s progress in this area DHL has made a commitment to making international operations more sustainable, which includes investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and electric ground service vehicles and infrastructure at East Midlands Airport. We talk to Duncan Heron, VP of DHL Express UK, about the company’s progress in reducing emissions from its air shipments and airport operations.

Why has DHL Express UK decided to get involved in sustainable aviation and air cargo?

For a global express carrier like DHL Express, sustainability has to go beyond the last mile, it’s about finding ways to reduce carbon emissions throughout the entire journey of our shipments and aviation is a major part of that.

Please tell us about your GoGreen Plus service?

By launching GoGreen Plus, we became the first global express carrier to give customers the

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The renewable part of Sustainable Aviation Fuel is made from waste materials such as used cooking oil, municipal waste and woody biomass, which produces up to 80 per cent less CO2 emissions than fossil fuel opportunity to reduce their Scope 3 emissions through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel.

Selecting our GoGreen Plus service enables customers to inset the emissions associated with their shipments with SAF, offering up to 80 per cent carbon savings compared to the conventional jet fuel it replaces.

Designed to be fully flexible, GoGreen Plus can be selected for individual shipments or every shipment sent, empowering our customers to achieve carbon emission reductions in line with their own sustainability targets.

Could you tell us about your use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and explain how it is greener than traditional fuels?

The renewable part of SAF is made from waste materials such as used cooking oil, municipal waste and woody biomass, which produces up to 80 per cent less CO2 emissions than fossil fuel, making it the best option currently available for carbon emissions in aviation.

The CO 2 savings on a lifecycle basis are estimated to be equivalent to annual greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 400,000 passenger cars.

Are there any challenges or limitations to using Sustainable Aviation Fuel Across the industry, supply of SAF is still low compared to fossil fuels because demand is low. This means that collectively we need to generate the demand needed to boost SAF supplies, and collaborating with likeminded companies and organisations is key to this. For example, we are part of the Clean Skies for Tomorrow Coalition, led by the World Economic Forum, which aligns stakeholders across and beyond the aviation industry on the transition to SAF and the goal of achieving carbon-neutral flying.

DHL Express UK has recently announced a £16m investment in electric ground service vehicles and infrastructure at East Midlands Airport. Could you tell us how this is going?

It’s going well, we’ve taken on delivery of new equipment including electric tugs and ‘nose lifter’ vehicles, and our colleagues have undergone the necessary operational and safety training. It’s motivating for our people to be able to use state of art equipment that isn’t damaging to the planet.

What advice would you give to other international logistics companies when it comes to greening their air cargo and airport operations?

Sustainable transport needs to be considered as a long-term investment plan for your business and the planet and change needs to be embraced positively. Work closely with your suppliers, whether that be equipment, fuel, or energy to ensure you have what you need to achieve your goals. Be sure to engage with both your customers and your employees throughout your journey - ongoing communication and onboarding throughout the process will lead to greater success. L FURTHER INFORMATION

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Road Test Model tested: Volkswagen ID Buzz Cargo Commerce Plus

First Drive: Volkswagen ID Buzz Cargo The ID Buzz is Volkswagen’s first commercial vehicle built on its Modular Electric Drive Kit (MEB) platform which underpins the ID passenger car family, and Richard Gooding discovers style, range and refinement to match What is it?

Named International Van Of The Year 2023, the ID Buzz has been built from the ground up as an EV and draws on design cues from Volkswagen’s iconic 1949 T1 panel van. Shortlisted for the 2023 GreenFleet Vehicle of the Year award, it is available in both passenger MPV and commercial vehicle (Cargo) versions.

How practical is it?

For now, just one short wheelbase – 2,989mm – ID Buzz Cargo is available. Overall length is 4,712mm, height is 1,937mm and width is 2,211mm. Overall load compartment volume is 3.9m3, the 3.2m2 load area suitable for two Euro pallets. Access is by sliding doors on both vehicle sides – electric operation is available – or by two rear wing doors.

Load floor length is 2,232mm with the wing doors, and 2,208mm with the no-cost tailgate option.

Other features include LED load compartment lighting, a wooden load floor covering, lashing rings and a fixed bulkhead, also available with through loading and with or without a fixed window. A driver’s seat and two-person passenger bench seat are standard but a pair of regular seats can be chosen, along with the £180 optional and removable Buzz Box centre console, which increases the amount of storage available.

What range does it have?

Volkswagen sells the ID Buzz Cargo in two trims – Commerce and Commerce Plus. Both share the

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same 150kW electric motor and 77kWh lithiumion battery. Official WLTP combined cycle range for the Commerce is up to 254 miles, dropping to up to 252 miles for the Commerce Plus.

How long does it take to charge?

Keeping downtime to a minimum, the ID Buzz Cargo is capable of DC charging at up to 170kW. This gives a five to 80 per cent battery charge in around 30 minutes. When connected to a 7kW wallbox, a 0-100 per cent charge will be complete in 11 hours, while an 11kW AC socket drops this to seven hours and 30 minutes.

How does it drive?

Volkswagen has pleasingly reinvented the looks of its T1 for the modern age. The ID Buzz Cargo cuts a dash, and although its simply styled interior with its dark finishes is more sombre than its MPV sister, it suits the van’s purpose better.

Digital screens ahead of the driver and in the centre of the dashboard will be familiar to drivers who have spent time in the ID passenger cars, and lots of in-dash storage boosts practicality.

The 150kW rear-mounted motor provides more than enough get up and go for urban and motorway trips, and on the move, the electric VW van is as quiet as a car. A single ‘B’ gear setting adds stronger brake regeneration but there is no one-pedal option, a shame given the ID Buzz Cargo will spend lots of time in urban areas. However, the steering is light and the

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11.1m turning circle aids manoeuvrability. The Buzz handles nicely, too, with little roll.

What does it cost?

Including VAT, but minus the UK government’s plug-in van grant (PIVG), the ID Buzz Cargo Commerce is priced from £48,541 ‘on the road’ (OTR). Standard equipment highlights include a 10-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, an alarm, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors and heated seats.

Befitting its entry level status, the bumpers are not painted; a paint finish costs £126.

Move up to the £53,641 Commerce Plus, and you’ll gain those painted bumpers, adaptive cruise control, a navigation system, and a rear view camera. Candy White is the only no-cost colour on both models; metallic paint is £1,035.

If you want that iconic retro T1 look, a two-tone finish costs an extra £2,790. Steel wheels are standard; 19-inch alloy wheels are £2,610.

Why does my fleet need one?

Possessed with a characterful exterior, a quiet and punchy drivetrain, and even though it loses out to some competitors on carrying capacity, the ID Buzz Cargo has lots to recommend it. Its head-turning style will immediately win over some fleet drivers, but build and refinement more in line with cars than vans should, too. VW’s electric CV may be more of an emotional choice than other eLCVs, but that doesn’t make it any less compelling. L FURTHER INFORMATION

www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk Volkswagen ID Buzz Cargo GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT: 3,000kg GROSS PAYLOAD: 592kg**-607kg* LOAD VOLUME: 3.9m3 GF EFFICIENCY: 4.0mpkWh POWERTRAIN: 150kW (201bhp) electric motor, 77kWh (net) lithium-ion battery CO2: 0g/km RANGE (WLTP, combined): 252**-254* miles OFFICIAL EFFICIENCY (WLTP combined): 2.9mpkWh VED: £0 PRICE (OTR, including VAT + PIVG deduction): £48,541-£53,641

*Commerce, **Commerce Plus trims

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Model tested: BYD Dolphin Design 60.9kWh

First Drive: BYD Dolphin Fleet EV enthusiasts may recall the BYD name from the little-seen e6 of a decade ago, but with a new family of electric cars, the company is serious about cracking the UK market. Richard Gooding drives the Dolphin and finds an impressive small EV which is focused on value, design and on-board technology What is it?

Even though its fleet of e6 electric minicabs run in partnership with Green Tomato Cars in 2014 created a splash, BYD (‘Build Your Dreams’) is little known in the UK. Originating as a battery manufacturer, the Chinese company has a long heritage in ‘New Energy Vehicles’ (NEVs) and was the world’s biggest seller of EVs in 2023.

Now launching a full-scale assault on the UK, the Dolphin is BYD’s smallest car, and features the company’s proprietary Blade Battery, e-Platform 3.0 chassis as well as its unique ‘8-in1’ powertrain technologies.

What range does it have?

Entry-level Active and mid-spec Boost Dolphin models are fitted with a 44.9kWh battery, for a respective WLTP-tested 211 and 192 miles of range. Comfort and Design-spec cars can potentially travel up to 265 miles from a 60.4kWh unit, and a heat pump is standard on all models.

BYD’s Blade Battery has been designed in-house, and ‘Cell-to-Pack’ (CTP) technology merges individual battery cells into a single pack. The use of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) as a cathode material gives the batteries a longer life cycle, improved safety, as well as the ability to handle up to 3,000 charge-discharge cycles. BYD’s batteries are also cobalt-free, helping sustainability.

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How long does it take to charge?

Plug a depleted 44.9kWh Dolphin into a 7kW wallbox, and it will be fully charged in just over seven hours. When connected to a fast charger, the battery can be charged at a maximum of 60kW, giving a 0-80 per cent fill in around 45 minutes. The 60.9kWh unit can take 88kW, reaching the same state of charge in the same time. A 30-80 per cent top-up takes 29 minutes.

How does it drive?

With tri-colour wheels and dual-tone paintwork, the Dolphin creates a smart first impression. Bold colours – including Coral Pink and Amethyst Purple – are even more stand-out, as is the daringly-styled interior with its 12.8-inch rotatable touchscreen.

Not the last word in intuitiveness, it is nonetheless packed with features. Elsewhere, interesting material finishes impart a quality feel, with an unusual rotary bank of ‘roll’ switches, including the gear selector, adding a unique touch. At 4,290mm long, the Dolphin is nearer a Volkswagen ID 3 than a Vauxhall Corsa Electric in length, all to the benefit of space for rear passengers.

Three power outputs – 70kW, 130kW and 150kW – are available and the most powerful motor delivers plenty of pace. The ride is comfortable, and with plenty of grip and precise steering, the Dolphin can be placed easily on the road. It’s a

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shame the two regenerative braking settings don’t allow for one-pedal driving, but overall, the Dolphin acquits itself well, and drives as enjoyably and ably as many other EVs. What does it cost?

Four trims make up the BYD Dolphin model family, with two currently available to order.

Priced from £30,195, the Comfort has a comprehensive standard specification which includes 17-inch bi-colour alloy wheels, a 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, automatic LED headlights, driver’s seat with six-way electric adjustment, electrically folding exterior mirrors, all-round parking sensors, vegan leather seats, voice control, and a 3.3kW Vehicle-to-Load function.

Move up to the £31,695 Design model and you’ll gain 17-inch tri-colour alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, rear privacy glass, and a wireless smartphone charger, along with the option of dual-tone (body and roof) metallic paint finishes. The 44.9kWh £26,195 Active and £27,195 Boost models are imminent, with equally compelling equipment lists. Value is a key BYD feature and is just one reason the

Dolphin was shortlisted for the 2023 GreenFleet Vehicle of the Year award.

How much does it cost to tax?

All BYD Dolphins are exempt from UED charges in the first and subsequent years of registration, and for 2023-2024, fall into a two per cent Benefit In Kind (BIK) taxation band.

Why does my fleet need one?

A value-driven – but not cheap-feeling – proposition, the BYD Dolphin is appealingly competitive. Packed with technology, it is spacious, attractive inside and out, and drives well, too. Bold colour and material choices offer something different, and its four well-specified trims ensure there is a variant for every fleet driver. An impressive package and a car which is easy to like, the Dolphin is both a pleasing and very well-rounded newcomer. L FURTHER INFORMATION

www.byd.com/uk BYD Dolphin POWERTRAIN: 70kW (94bhp) electric motor, 44.9kWh battery* / 130kW (174bhp) electric motor, 44.9kWh battery** / 150kW (201bhp) electric motor, 60.4kwh battery*** / front-wheel drive RANGE (WLTP, combined): 192**-265*** miles OFFICIAL EFFICIENCY (WLTP combined): 3.9***-4.1*mpkWh GF EFFICIENCY: 4.0mpkWh CO2: 0g/km VED: £0 first-year, £0 thereafter BIK: 2% PRICE (OTR): £30,195-£31,695 (including VAT) *Active, **Boost, ***Comfort / Design trims

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