The average independent trader using a van is losing hundreds of pounds on fuel costs and replacing tyres more quickly than they need to while also pumping out unnecessary CO2 emissions due to their driving style. This includes behaviour such as excessive speed, accelerating sharply, and braking suddenly, all of which puts extra strain on the engine, tyres … [Read more...]
Fleets warned over accelerated EV tyre wear
Fleet managers should be prepared for altered tyre wear rates on electric company cars and vans. As increasing numbers of fleets move to electric, the balance of SMR spend will alter, argues ATS Euromaster. EVs are expected to cost less to service, thanks in part to fewer moving parts and the absence of requirements such as oil changes, but tyre life … [Read more...]
How hybrids can be bad for business & society
FleetCheck is warning of poor fuel economy and an increase in emissions for fleets moving to plug-in hybrids, unless accompanied by significant fleet policy changes. The fleet software and management specialist says that a number of issues need to be tackled – from making charging points available to teaching drivers new on-road skills. Peter Golding, … [Read more...]
