5 Considerations for Your 2023 EV Journey
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As the Federal Government continues work on a national strategy to boost EV sales and cut transport emissions , fleets are making moves to electrify their assets . Research shows that 71 % of fleet managers expect EVs to be mainstream in their vehicle inventory by 2030 1 . But this change can ’ t happen overnight . The journey to a zero-emission fleet requires a strategic roadmap that includes assessing the current situation , pinpointing changes to make today and preparing for the road ahead .
Here are five considerations for fleet managers on the road to building a fleet that ’ s better for the environment , their bottom line and their organisation .
1 . Getting the right mix
The Electric Car Discount Bill is set to potentially save organisations thousands per year on fringe benefits tax ( FBT ). With driver-assigned vehicles benefitting , now is the time to assess business requirements and consider if electric vehicles should be introduced as an employer provided vehicle . “ The FBT discount has made buying EVs much more feasible for organisations with driver-allocated vehicles ,” says Anthony Perri , General Manager - Sales and Client Relations , Interleasing . “ It ’ s a game changer from a cost perspective and an employee benefit perspective .”
2 . Paying for power
With 80 % of EV charging done at home according to research 2 , it ’ s important to determine how employees will be reimbursed for their power . Fleet managers should investigate solutions for centralised charging visibility and the pros and cons of refunds vs . allowances . RFID cards that provide enhanced transparency and easier payment for on-the-go charging could be good options , too .
3 . Getting employees on board
A successful EV transition is about more than makes and models . Fleet managers need to have a change management plan for organisationwide buy-in . Addressing concerns around range
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