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Electric Vehicle Fleets

Future-proof your fleet

Making the switch to electric vehicles (EVs/PHEVs) may sound complicated and costly, but Alphabet have been helping businesses like yours to effortlessly electrify their fleets since 2014.

Electric vehicles aren't just more sustainable - with lower operating costs, fewer maintenances issues, and government tax incentives and grants, you'll wish you'd flipped the switch sooner.

Discover how our range of solutions can help you bring your fleet into the electric era, whether you're at the beginning of your electric journey or already in the process of moving to EVs/PHEVs.

Is an electric vehicle right for your fleet?

Benefits of e-mobility consulting

One unique point of contact
Personal consultation with experienced experts
Complete solution for efficient electrification
Wide range of electric and plug-in vehicles

Electrifying J Murphy & Sons' fleet

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“We work with you to develop a tailored, cost-effective eMobilty solution for your operational and sustainability challenges.“

Caroline Sandall-Mansergh

Consultancy and Channel Development Manager

Alphabet (GB) Limited

Consultation

Building a tailored eMobility strategy with you

Our eMobility experts will take the time to fully understand your business needs, challenges, and goals to help you establish what type of electric vehicles would suit your fleet. There’s no commitment to go any further, and we'll tell you if we don't think EVs/PHEVs are right for your business.

Getting started

Implementation

Powering your fleet and empowering your drivers

Once your electric strategy is agreed, our experts will begin making your eMobility fleet a reality. This includes getting you set up with charging points at work, at employees' homes, or using the growing number of public charging points.

Charging solutions

Daily Operations

Round-the-clock expertise and optimisation

Once your electric fleet is up and running, we'll continue to support your business with driver training and troubleshooting. This includes detailed reporting tools to maximise efficiency, and additional carsharing solutions.

General tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Full-battery electric vehicles (BEVs)

These vehicles are entirely powered by electricity, charged from an external source, and produce no tailpipe emissions.

Extended-range electric vehicle (E-REVs)

These EVs primarily use an electric motor for propulsion, but have a small internal combustion engine that acts as a generator to recharge the battery if needed.

Parallel hybrids (also known as 'mild' or 'full' hybrids)

The electric motor in these vehicles is mainly charged by the car's wheels when braking and provides power at low speeds, with a traditional engine taking over at higher speeds. These can be either 'Mild' (in which the internal combustion engine is always assisted by an electric motor) or 'Full' (which can drive on electric power for short distances before the internal combustion engine starts).

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs)

PHEVs feature both a battery and an internal combustion engine. The battery can be charged for short range electric driving, while the engine takes over for longer distances.

An electric fleet incorporates a range of vehicles that use, to a certain degree, electricity for propulsion. The extent to which these vehicles are powered by electricity can vary, and is dependant on the type of system.

An electric fleet can feature 'Parallel Hybrids' (vehicles in which the electric motor is mainly charged by the car's wheels when braking, and provides power at low speeds with a traditional engine taking over at higher speeds) through to 'Pure' EVs which are entirely powered by electricity, charged from an external source, and produce no tailpipe emissions.

With our extensive expertise in fleet management and deep understanding of electric vehicles, we are here to help you every step of the way. Here's how:

Consultation

Our expert consultants can work with you to assess the suitability of EVs for your fleet based on your specific requirements and constraints. Our comprehensive evaluation will consider everything from your fleet's operational needs, the current state of charging infrastructure in your region, to the upfront and long-term costs of EV ownership.

EV selection and procurement

We can guide you through the process of selecting and procuring the right electric vehicles for your fleet. Our relationships with vehicle manufacturers can be instrumental in ensuring you get the vehicles you need, when you need them.

Charge point installation and management

To make your switch to electric as smooth as possible, our expert charging partner can assist with planning, installing and managing charging at home and in the workplace.

Fleet transition planning

Transitioning to electric doesn't happen overnight. We can help you plan a staged integration of electric vehicles into your fleet, allowing you to gradually overcome the challenges and maximise the benefits of EVs.

Explore our advice on sustainable fleets and electrification here.

Environmental Benefits

Fully electric vehicles are emission-free, contributing significantly to the reduction of carbon footprint. A greener fleet can enhance your corporate social responsibility profile and may even unlock access to green incentives offered by the government.

Cost Saving

Although the initial investment might be higher, the total cost of ownership for EVs can be lower in the long run. EVs are more energy-efficient than their internal combustion engine counterparts, which can save your fleet significant operational costs.

Simple Maintenance

Electric vehicles have fewer moving parts than traditional vehicles, resulting in simpler maintenance needs. This can save your fleet both time and money on routine vehicle upkeep.

Government Incentives

The UK government provides tax breaks and other incentives for businesses that choose to go green with their fleets, making EVs a financially attractive option. Click here to find out more.

Although the initial investment might be higher, the total cost of ownership for EVs tends to be lower in the long run. EVs are more energy-efficient than their internal combustion engine counterparts, and they require less maintenance, which can save your fleet significant operational costs.

On a per-mile basis, electric vehicles cost just a fraction of what a petrol or diesel vehicle would cost to run. That’s because electricity is cheaper than fuel. What’s more, if you make use of your own generation from solar or wind, or use a smart tariff with cheaper rates when demand is low, they can save you even more.

Explore our advice hub for more articles, tips and advice on making the switch to EVs.