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 expectancy is likely to change compared with … [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, managing director, said: “With the … [Read more...]