BVRLA announces BEV pledge
The BVRLA has launched its Plug in Pledge, which promises the fleet sector will register 400,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) per year until 2025.
That will mean it is responsible for 80% of new battery electric car and van sales by 2025.
The figures are even more impressive if plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are included, producing 570,000 annual plug-in registrations and a combined fleet of over 1.3 million plug-in cars and vans by the middle of this decade.
Transport secretary Grant Shapps said: “It’s fantastic that so many BVRLA members are making commitments to introduce zero-emission fleets ahead of the government’s phase-out target. BVRLA members are fundamental to the transition to cleaner road transport.”
BVRLA Chief Executive, Gerry Keaney said: “The transition to zero emissions is accelerating and our latest pledge demonstrates that the fleet sector has its foot on the pedal. The destiny of road transport decarbonisation lies in its hands, but it will be shaped by the crucial factors of EV supply, demand and infrastructure. Our latest report shows a gathering momentum, but also points to some key fleet market segments where action is needed.”
