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Van Drivers: Slash Fuel Costs by £2,400 Annually!
29 Sep
Summary
- Drivers can save £2,400 yearly by switching to electric vans.
- Electric van charging costs are up to 87% lower than diesel.
- Many van drivers consider EVs due to fuel and charging cost differences.
Drivers of vans can potentially reduce their annual fuel expenses by around £2,400 by transitioning from diesel to electric power. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles estimates significant savings, with electricity costs as low as 2.8p per mile for an average annual distance of 13,190 miles, compared to approximately £2,770 for diesel.
This substantial saving of up to 87% is contingent on drivers utilizing cheap overnight electricity tariffs for charging at home or at a depot. Relying on public chargers for frequent top-ups may alter these cost comparisons.
Amidst climbing diesel prices, which have risen considerably over the past year, interest in electric vans is growing. A recent survey indicated that 58% of UK van drivers are considering electric options due to the fuel and charging cost disparity. Additionally, 66% believe an EV would suit their business needs, with 61% planning to purchase one within the next twelve months.
Volkswagen's electric van offerings include the ID. Buzz Cargo, starting at £26,265 (excluding VAT) after grants, boasting a claimed range of up to 277 miles. The electric Transporter variant offers up to 6.8 cubic meters of loadspace and a payload of up to 1,000kg, with a claimed range of 225 miles.
