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What Situations Do Electric Vans Perform Best In?

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Vanaways
18th Sep 2023
What Situations Do Electric Vans Perform Best In?

Electric vans are a popular choice of vehicle for the modern business. With little to no pollution, they are the perfect choice for a business that is hoping to be environmentally friendly and can help to promote a positive business image at the same time.

But are electric vans always the best choice for the environment around them? Read on to find out more.

Where To Use Electric Vans

Most electric vans use an automatic gearbox, due to no gears being present inside the vehicle. This means you don’t have to fiddle around adjusting gears constantly, just using the accelerator to adjust the speed of your van. This makes electric vans ideal for areas where you might typically adjust the gears a lot, such as built-up areas.

Electric vans are also great for areas that have decided to commit to clean air zones. Cities such as Bristol, Bath, Bradford, Portsmouth and more have introduced clean air zones to improve air quality. Vehicles that exceed emissions standards are charged for entering these areas. Electric vehicles do not produce emissions, so are therefore safe to drive through clean air zones.

As they are not powered by a loud diesel engine, electric vans are normally extremely quiet to drive, with only the occasional hum. This makes them perfect for performing tasks where a loud vehicle might bring complaints, such as late-night work or tasks in quiet areas.

Where Electric Vans Can Underperform

While electric vans are great, they might underperform in a few situations. Electric vans typically have a certain range and when this is reached the battery will be empty and need recharging. Rapid charge points exist, but you might still be waiting around a while. A van powered by petrol or diesel will usually be able to drive further, and topping up will get you back on the road instantly.

You might also run into the problem of not being near a charging point where you need it, such as in remote areas where infrastructure is not in place yet. Checking routes before you depart is essential when driving an electric vehicle, so you know exactly where to charge it.

Electric Vans For Sale From Vanaways

If you’re on the lookout for a new electric van for your business, shop with Vanaways today. We have a great selection of electric vans available to our customers from all the top manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, Vauxhall, Ford & much more. We know that the van you need for your business needs to align perfectly with your goals and requirements, so we have plenty of choices when it comes to models and body types.

We can offer you individual vehicles or van fleets at great prices With free fast delivery nationwide and a variety of ways to purchase your new electric van, we are the ideal choice to help your business grow.

Get in touch today to get details on any of our vehicles and start your electric van journey!

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