Pardon me? An all electric van? Who would’ve thought! Yet, it is exactly what Ford has come up with to replace Britain’s most popular and bestselling vehicle in the UK (yes folks, the beloved Ford Transit Van). Obviously, a lot of effort has gone into improving the EV (electric vehicle) market but as we are all aware, it had to start somewhere (one small step for cars, one giant leap for vans). The noisy old transits will be a thing of the past as the newer, electric versions replace the older models because manufacturers must keep up with the need to improve on air quality and vehicle emissions. They just don’t stop (thankfully) trying to improve on this. Great stuff.
So, just what have Ford been up to?
Well, they will be looking to push four new commercial vans into the market by 2024 although they are realistic enough to understand that not everyone is in a position to switch to electric motors, even though running costs are considerably lower than diesel. However, the E-Transit, as it is known, has a 196 mile capacity which should comfortably get the driver from A to B and then on to C – Charging point. Considering there are now more than 42 000 charge point connectors throughout the UK in over 15 000 locations, an increase of around 35% since April last year, the chances of being caught without power are very slim indeed. A point to bear in mind though is that some vans don’t cover quite as many miles; it does depend on battery size.
What else has changed?
You’ll no doubt be relieved to know the answer is – not much has changed to the design of the Transit Van. Some things are just best left alone. So from the outside, it looks like a Transit Van. Under the bonnet and the interior though, you’ll notice a lot of differences. It also will come as no surprise to find that the competition have been doing their homework too and Fiat, Renault, Citroen, Peugeot and Vauxhall have all got their very own electric vans. Plenty of choice if you are looking to replace or buy new. Insurance costs will vary so you need to do your homework if you are looking at investing in a new van (or indeed renewing your insurance). That is, of course, why you are here, right?! Excellent choice, so get cracking and see how much you could save with us on cheap van insurance deals. Get started by filling out our 3-minute form. Yes, really, just 3 minutes is all it will take! What are you waiting for?