A new report from Dawsong vans reveals the reasons van dealers are finding it difficult to shift EV vans in the current climate and meet ZEV Mandate targets.
Van sales in the first two months of the year stand at 32,203 units, down -3.9% compared with the same period last year.
Despite demand for BEVs rising by a third (33.9%) to 3,853 units, their 11.8% share of the market is still less than half than half the mandated 24% target.
When asked about the most critical factor in selecting an EV, 42% of fleet managers identified driving range as the top priority.
While 53% of respondents stating that their premises are suitable for EV charging infrastructure, only 27% have installed chargers on-site.
“This gap highlights a significant disconnect between perceived readiness and actual implementation,” the report found.
Furthermore 47% of respondents reported that their premises were either unsuitable for EV charging or were unsure about their suitability, suggesting that uncertainty and lack of clarity remain major barriers to progress.
“Successful EV adoption requires a holistic approach where multiple factors, such as range, charging speed, telematics integration, vehicle selection, battery size, and charging solutions, are carefully evaluated and balanced. Each decision impacts operational efficiency, cost, and scalability, making expert guidance essential,” it concluded.
