British businesses reach EV tipping point

Volkswagen: More than two-thirds (67%) of UK van drivers say an EV would suit their business

British van drivers believe that electric vans (EVs) are now more cost effective to run than a petrol or diesel alternative, according to a study by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK.

At a time of constant pressure on businesses, 52% of commercial drivers now believe that operating an electric van would be more cost effective compared to petrol or diesel equivalents. More than two-thirds of the UK’s van drivers also say that EVs would suit their business needs and day-to-day work.

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