EVA scheme goes live
The Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) accreditation scheme has reopened.
The EVA accreditation scheme was developed by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and first launched in May 2019. It recognises dealers’ expertise in the electric vehicle sector and promotes industry standards by encouraging dealerships to develop EV selling and servicing ability.
Independent audits, carried out by the Energy Saving Trust (EST), include the customer qualification process, staff knowledge and training, EV demonstration and handover processes as well as availability of EV service bays and charge points on site.
More than one hundred dealers obtained accredited status, prompting renewed co-sponsorship from the government’s Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV).
Transport Minister Rachel Maclean said: “I’m pleased to see the reopening of the Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) scheme, which will develop the expertise of dealerships as we transition to a zero-emission future. We are committed to embracing a greener transport system, reducing carbon emissions and boosting economic growth in the UK – the EVA scheme is key to helping us achieve that goal.”
Sue Robinson, NFDA chief executive, added: “It is extremely positive that the Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) scheme reopens to continue to support the transition to a zero-emission market. Franchised dealers are committed to providing their customers with the best possible experience in the electric vehicle sector and EVA will be key in recognising the efforts and investments dealers are making. EVA will help ensure customers are accurately informed when they visit a dealership and increase their confidence to buy an EV.”
