FLEETDRIVE
Corporate social responsibility
Getting an EV is a tangible action businesses can take to demonstrate progress towards decarbonisation . This can be compounded if charging with renewable energy such as solar .
With over 50 per cent of all new vehicle sales in Australia being fleet vehicles , there is an enormous opportunity for businesses to help lead the transition to EVs .
Moving now will not only demonstrate corporate leadership , but also make commercial sense .
Economic benefits
The tipping point for cost parity has been brought forward because of recent high petrol prices , meaning we can expect to see the total cost of ownership reaching parity with petrol powered engines within the next 24 months .
The cheaper running and maintenance costs of EVs help offset the upfront investment . With an
average cost of $ 0.04 / km in electricity ( compared to $ 0.14 / km in fuel costs ), businesses can save
70 % on running costs . And the economics stack up further at scale and when you apply smart charging which automates EV charging to nonpeak times to reduce the cost of electricity .
Government incentives In more good news , there are a number of
attractive incentives available for Australian businesses now .
The
Victorian Government offers a $ 3,000 subsidy to vehicles under $ 68,470 , the
ACT Government offers discounted registration and stamp duty exemptions and the
NSW Government offers a reverse auction bidding system to help cover the cost gap between an EV and a petrol / diesel car , along with a smart charger subsidy .
Origin , with the support of the NSW Government , has just run the first of nine free Drive Days , giving local businesses the chance to test drive the latest EV models and speak to industry experts about their business needs – including what things to consider when looking to transition their fleet .
This is one of the many ways Origin is acting on a commitment to provide businesses with cleaner and smarter transport solutions and help prepare for the inevitable electric future .
Find further information on Origin ’ s EV 360 for Fleet Drive Days and register to attend future events via originenergy . com . au / drive-dayregistration /
With adoption of EVs on a steep upward trajectory , now is a great time to invest and get ahead of the curve .
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