eStart

Adopting EVs with confidence.

 

 

 

Collaborative consulting to transition your business to EVs

Add SG Fleet’s expertise and partnerships to your team to make sure you develop the right plan to help navigate the complexities of ZEV adoption with confidence.  

How it works

Every organisation differs in when, where, and how it adopts electric vehicles. SG Fleet's eStart is a collaborative consulting service that helps you successfully develop a plan to adopt EVs into your fleet. 

We work with your business stakeholders to prepare organisational change management plans, transition plans, and charging strategies. We can even arrange internal pilots to prepare your people, your business, and your infrastructure for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).  

This approach can include: 

Strategy setting

We will work to understand your business' sustainability goals and align our approach with these goals. We'll help you understand the options available, what policies you will need, and what success looks like for you. 

Readiness assessments

By understanding your current fleet activity, including utilisation and total cost of ownership (TCO), we will identify the right opportunities to switch from ICE to EV or PHEV and present you with the best vehicle replacement options. 

Transition planning

We will help you make the right choices to meet your sustainability objectives and assist with giving you access to the charging options that your teams need. 

Change management

We will support you through the transition and implementation phases, establish your home/work/public charging network strategy, and provide advice on any updates required for your vehicle and people policies. 
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Benefits

1
Insights and recommendations from our continuously growing experience in EV transition planning in Australia, NZ, and the UK
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Flexible consultancy framework that you can shape to fit your organisation
3
Clear alignment to your sustainability goals and targets
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Organisation-wide stakeholder consideration – bring your people on the change journey, from the CEO to the driver 
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Networks and alliances to help you build the charging infrastructure you need

FAQs

Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) include all vehicles that emit zero tail-pipe emissions, such as Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). Low Emission Vehicles (LEVs) such as Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) have emissions, but these are significantly lower than those from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. The aim is to have all passenger and SUV vehicles under 100g/km of CO2 equivalent.
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can be an excellent choice for lowering emissions and reducing fleet costs if full electric is not an option. PHEVs are currently available in vehicle types for which no full-battery electric options exist. They can support your environmental targets while getting your drivers used to driving an EV.  

A total cost of ownership (TCO) comparison between your current petrol/diesel fleet and a corresponding EV fleet option is essential to see if and where a switch would be beneficial. This helps you determine if the higher purchase price of EVs compared to petrol/diesel equivalents could be offset by the lower costs of running and maintaining EVs. Remember to add the cost of offsetting your carbon emissions to your analysis when doing your TCO.  

You may also see benefits beyond cost. As pressure to decarbonise increases, customers may favour businesses that had the foresight to adopt EVs. 

Some of the steps to consider when considering a switch from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs include: 

  • Identify your goals and set a strategy that aligns with these goals 

  • Understanding your current fleet activity – vehicle types, usage patterns, etc.  

  • Plan your transition – possibly beginning with a small-scale pilot before an entire fleet rollout.  

  • Define your charging strategy – is it all public charging or a mix of workplace and home? 

  • Implement the introduction of EVs and the support infrastructure 

  • Track the impacts to adjust and improve 

A TCO comparison looks at all expenditures associated with each vehicle. Comparing ICEs to EVs means considering different charging types, costs, and service requirements. How do you compare KWh costs to litres per 100km? SG Fleet's expert advice can help you here. 
Yes, definitely. Drivers will need to understand the new technology in EVs—from starting, acceleration, regenerative braking, new instrument clusters, and how and when to charge. Training sessions are also a great way to ensure your drivers are enthusiastic about the change and help your business switch successfully. 

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