{"id":19995,"date":"2023-11-20T14:30:54","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T04:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.originenergy.com.au\/blog\/?p=19995"},"modified":"2023-11-28T11:05:09","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T01:05:09","slug":"how-evs-can-help-reach-business-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.originenergy.com.au\/blog\/how-evs-can-help-reach-business-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"Why you should electrify your business fleet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
From accessing incentives and grants, to finding cost-efficiencies thanks to potentially cheaper running costs, our Origin 360 EV team share why now is a great time to consider electrifying your business’ fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why now is the time to electrify your fleet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Governments at both state and federal level are currently incentivising the uptake of EVs with targeted rebates and subsidies – meaning it’s a great time to look at making the switch to electric. Incentives like the recent Fringe Benefits Tax exemption for electric vehicles (Electric Car Discount) alongside other relevant incentives are helping fuel demand, as the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for electric vehicles can be equal, if not lower, than a comparable internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle.\u00a0
David Helmy, Head of Sales eMobility at Origin,\u00a0 says, \u201cGiven the rate of growth, taking the first steps now is important to understand key considerations such as driver engagement and charging requirements. Those insights mean you will be equipped to transition your wider fleet as new models continue to launch across segments.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Origin 360 EV\u2019s expertise across EV fleet management, charging, driver engagement and transition management can help to make switching to EVs simple and seamless for businesses. Helping businesses access these incentives and optimise cost efficiencies throughout their transition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are a range of EV models available<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s a growing range of EVs on the market that are featuring in business fleets. With manufacturers like Hyundai, KIA, Nissan, Renault, MG, Polestar, Tesla and BYD just a few of the options available \u2014 EVs are no longer limited to luxury class vehicles.\u202f So now, you’re sure to find the right EV to suit your business needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cWe\u2019ve seen monumental improvements in EVs in recent years: from model availability to battery range and charging systems. This development means EVs are an area of focus for many fleets with a variety of options available to meet business needs.\u201d\u202f\u00a0<\/p>– David Helmy, Head of Sales eMobility, Origin.<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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EVs can help you save on running costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A key consideration for businesses, especially when changing vehicles, is how the switch to electric vehicles helps their bottom line.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHigh-utilisation fleets are already seeing competitive economics when switching to electric vehicles due to the lower running costs of EVs\u201d says David.\u202f\u201cWith an average cost of $0.04\/km in electricity, compared to $0.14\/km in fuel costs, businesses can save up to 70% on fleet running costs.\u201d\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
EVs are also disrupting the legacy automotive model more broadly through their lower service requirements. EVs have far fewer moving parts than ICE vehicles, and less consumables requiring regular replacement. Transport for NSW estimate maintenance savings of up to 40%<\/a> for EVs compared to legacy combustion engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n