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Electric trucks and commercial vehicles, how corporations can (and should) spearhead the EV revolution

With transportation accounting for nearly a quarter of global carbon dioxide emissions, the corporate world finds itself at a crossroads, one where those corporations can play a pivotal role in the transition into a greener future.

The environmental implications of large corporations transitioning to electric vehicles are profound. Given their massive scale and reach, these entities can significantly influence carbon reduction efforts and shape a more sustainable future for the transportation sector.

Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Transportation is one of the leading sources of greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to global warming and climate change. Large corporations often manage extensive vehicle fleets for logistics, deliveries, and employee transportation. By replacing traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles with electric ones, they can substantially reduce their carbon footprint.

Setting an Industry Standard

Corporations wield considerable influence in their respective sectors, and their choices often serve as benchmarks for industry standards. As early adopters of electric vehicles, they can influence not only their competitors but also their partners and suppliers to adopt sustainable practices. This ripple effect can contribute to a more significant, industry-wide reduction in emissions. Just look at 2 of the UK’s leading courier companies; DPD & Royal Mail. When Royal Mail began converting their trucks and vans to EV, DPD promptly followed suit.

Not following the industry standards can have detrimental effects on a business, especially amongst environmentally conscious customers who would now rather use Royal Mail over DPD.

Encouragement of R&D

The more companies invest in electric vehicles, the more incentives there will be for ongoing research and development in green technology. This can lead to breakthroughs in battery efficiencies, faster-charging solutions, and even more sustainable methods for producing electric vehicles, all of which contribute to environmental conservation. The more EV’s purchased by Royal Mail, the more that those EV manufacturers will work to keep demand high…

All corporations should look at incorporating electric vehicles into their businesses, whether directly through their fleet, or indirectly by choosing solutions that favour electric vehicles.