A tailored approach to going green
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The transport industry is the third biggest and fastest-growing emitter of fossil fuels in Australia 1 , putting fleet managers amongst others at the front line of the national longer-term push and approach toward net zero emissions . Investors and customers are demanding greater environmental responsibility from the sector , which means the pressure is on for the wider spread adoption and integration of electric vehicles ( EVs ).
Though many Australian fleet managers are eager to go electric , they depend heavily on forces outside their control , from government investment to global supply chains . It is widely known that Australia , with its large continental land mass and relatively small population , has not developed an extensive network of charging facilities to support the use of EVs nor directly encouraged uptake through consumer incentives to the level witnessed in a number of other countries . As a result , there are fewer EVs in the affordable range than comparable markets around the world . According to AfMA research , 34 % of fleet owners say lack of choice is a significant barrier to the take-up of EVs .
Change is however inevitable given the commitment of a number of major auto-makers to eliminating combustion engines in coming years . Companies making the transition early will benefit hugely from partnering with experts who can help them create a successful electric fleet .
Interleasing prides itself on working with clients to develop tailored solutions for every step of the transition process , from vehicle choice to driver education .
“ What we have learnt from very early on in our EV journey is that a one-size-fits-all approach will not work ,” says Bruno Hrstic , Interleasing Manager , Client Relationships – Southern Region . “ Our
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Australia ’ s road to zero transport emissions , PwC , November 2020
22 ISSUE 34 MAY 2022 / WWW . AFMA . ORG . AU