There’s never been a better time to make the transition to EVs
In a recent survey we found that whilst almost a third of fleet operators are considering making the switch to EV, over 60% are yet to establish a business case for doing so despite the incentives and generous cost savings available. With fleet operators facing the need to reduce operating costs, Electric Vehicles present a timely consideration for Fleet Managers with the promise of reduced running, maintenance and class 1A NIC costs compared to an ICE alternative. In addition, 100% of the lease costs can be offset against taxable profits.
Benefits of EVs
Government grants1 of up to £2,500 to buy an electric car under £35,000.
£350 home grant2 for plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles.
Reduced car tax (VED rates and Benefit in Kind).
Less frequent servicing than a combustion car.
No tailpipe emissions = much kinder to the environment.
1. The Government grants are subject to full terms and conditions and eligibility may be revised or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. This information is correct as of March 2021.
2. In March 2020 the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) announced that the Electric Vehicle Homecharge scheme (EVHS) would continue until 2021 and that the level of grant for EVHS is to be set at £350 (previously £500). The new rate is applicable to installations on or after 1st April 2020. The Government grants are subject to full terms and conditions and eligibility may be revised or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. This information is correct as of March 2020.
Our guide to electric car maintenance
Our guide to maintenance and cost saving
Drivers make considerable savings too
EVs enable your drivers to access considerable savings in BiK (see chart below) as well as private fuel costs versus an ICE vehicle. The ID.3 is a smooth and responsive drive with a range in excess of 200 miles, which means the ID.3 can travel far and wide on a single charge. This, in conjunction with ever-decreasing charge times, means electric motoring is now an accessible option for even more drivers.
BIK savings for your drivers

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Charging
Find out everything there is to know about keeping an EV fleet fully charged. Including installing charging stations.
Funding Options
Need EV leasing advice tailored to your exact needs? We’ve developed tools and guides like our EV Funding Matrix to help you make the right choice for your business.
Why Choose VWFS | Fleet
We’re the fastest growing leasing company in the UK and have an exclusive partnership with Volkswagen Passenger Cars enabling us to offer our customers an exclusive package of support across the ID. Range.