Electric Vehicle Adoption Accelerates in Australia as Companies Embrace Sustainability
Delivery behemoth in Australia commits to a fleet of 55 electric vehicles
In a significant move towards sustainability, several delivery companies in Australia are transitioning their fleets to electric vehicles (EVs).
ANC Delivers, a leading logistics company, has added 111 electric vehicles to its fleet, replacing more than 12% of its vehicles. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency co-funded this project, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a greener future.
FedEx Australasia is also jumping on the EV bandwagon. The company will add 55 electric vans and trucks to its fleet, with the initiative starting in Adelaide. Peter Langley, FedEx Australasia's regional vice-president, stated that the company's EV plans are in response to customers asking about sustainability efforts. The introduction of EVs promises to cut 13.2 tonnes of carbon emissions for every 30,000 kilometres travelled compared to diesel equivalents. Mr. Langley also mentioned that the EVs are comfortable and in high demand among drivers and couriers.
FedEx Australia will add 15 Fuso eCanter electric trucks to its Adelaide depot, and the addition of Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans to its fleet is expected in the coming months. A wider rollout of EVs is expected in Sydney and Melbourne this year.
Team Global Express, a rival delivery firm, has already purchased 60 last-mile electric trucks, while Australia Post added 36 Mercedes-Benz electric vans to its delivery vehicles in August.
In addition, Toll Group, another logistics company, will acquire the first 15 Fuso eCanter electric trucks to electrify its fleet. Linfox, another major player, announced plans to purchase 30 heavy-duty electric trucks in May.
While the new-generation trucks and vans are more costly to purchase outright, they could deliver savings in the long run. Pollution from transport makes up about 19% of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions, and could become the nation's largest contributor by 2030, according to government figures. As such, the adoption of EVs is a crucial step towards reducing Australia's carbon footprint.
With more companies embracing EVs, it's clear that the future of delivery in Australia is electric.
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