Electric fleet guides
Explore practical guides for UK fleet managers and small operators considering electric vans, pickups, trucks and buses. Find guidance to support vehicle selection, charging plans and the move to electric.
UK electric fleet grants and incentives 2026
Plug-in Van and Truck Grant, the 4.25t electric van rules, Depot Charging Scheme, Workplace Charging Scheme, zero-rated BiK, ULEZ and the 2026 Congestion Charge change.
Real-world dataPayload vs laden range: what the WLTP figure hides
WLTP figures are unladen. Real-world fleet routes carry payload, and the laden range can be 20-40% lower. Why this matters for route planning.
BuyingElectric vans for tradespeople: what to look for
Sole traders and small fleets need different things from a van than a national parcel operator. Practical guidance on payload, charging and total cost.
ChargingCharging at depot: AC, DC and the new Depot Charging Scheme
How much charging power your depot actually needs, how to mix AC and DC, what the DNO connection adds to the cost, and how the 2026 grants change the maths.
BuyingPanel, Luton, dropside, chassis cab: choosing a body type
Body type is the biggest payload and volume lever in a fleet spec. A quick framework for picking the right configuration for each route type.
BuyingSame van, different badges: Stellantis medium electric van siblings
Peugeot e-Expert, Citroen e-Dispatch, Vauxhall Vivaro Electric and Toyota Proace Electric are mechanically identical. Three rows actually separate them: AC charging, warranty and the Citroen plate quirk.