Reasons to drive electric

Discover more about the benefits of switching your commercial fleet to hybrid and electric.

Zero-emissions motoring - All-electric commercial vehicles produce zero harmful emissions, lessening the impact around you and ensuring you’re exempt from selected charges.
Enhanced space - Opting for an all-electric model means there is no traditional transmission tunnel taking up valuable space within the vehicle. As a result, there is greater load volume and room for passengers available.
Maintenance costs - Servicing and maintenance charges for electric commercial models is often lower than those with a combustion engine. This is due to the fact that an EV powertrain has fewer moving components that will suffer from wear and tear. What’s more, regenerative braking reduces the impact on brake pads, while EVs also do not require oil.
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Types of electric/hybrid vehicles explained

Choosing the right hybrid or electric commercial vehicle for you means finding a solution that is efficient, clean, and which doesn’t compromise on performance. Learn more about the various options available.

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    Electric All-electric models are powered solely by an electric motor and high-capacity battery that requires charging at home, at work, or at one of thousands of public chargepoints. They are the cleanest performers available, emitting zero harmful emissions.
    Plug-in hybrid Plug-in hybrids combine the power of an electric motor with a traditional combustion engine. The result is that PHEVs produce fewer CO2 emissions than regular models, but do also require the battery to be manually charged.
    Hybrid Hybrid vehicles - HEVs - offer better fuel efficiency than standard petrol or diesel models, and feature self-charging batteries that do not require plugging in.
    Mild hybrid Mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) are much similar to HEVs; however, they are unable to provide any electric driving capability.

    FAQs

    Take a look through our frequently asked questions to learn more about electric commercial vehicles from Volkswagen. If you still have a query, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

    Are electric vehicles automatic?

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    In the majority of cases, all-electric vehicles are equipped with automatic transmission.

    What is a hybrid?

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    A hybrid is a model that combines a combustion engine with an electric motor, which is powered by a self-charging battery. The result is a boost in performance and better torque.

    What is a plug-in hybrid?

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    Similar to a regular hybrid, a plug-in hybrid comes with a higher-capacity battery that requires manual charging. It can often provide a limited range of all-electric performance, meaning zero harmful emissions.

    Should I buy an electrified commercial vehicle?

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    There are many benefits to choosing an electrified model. From running costs to lower maintenance, as well as congestion and road tax exemption, you can help streamline the running costs of your business.

    How does an electric model work?

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    A high-capacity battery - which is charged at home, work, or one of thousands of public chargepoints - delivers power to an electric motor to propel the vehicle.

    Are electric models better for the environment?

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    Yes. Electric vehicles emit zero CO2 emissions which are harmful to the environment.