Electrification of the last-mile means switching from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) for the final leg of the delivery journey. A fleet system helps by addressing the unique challenges that come with owning EVs, like battery monitoring, range anxiety, and charging schedules. Smoother operations and going greener are usually at the core of this decision.
With sustainability and emissions regulations becoming stricter, electrification is slowly becoming a no-brainer for most businesses, with a massive transformation already being seen in logistics companies. According to research, blending EVs with optimisation tools raises energy efficiency by 10–25%, shortens delivery times by 15–20%, and cuts emissions by up to 40% compared to traditional logistics methods.
You have the chance to turn your business’ challenges into a complete competitive edge. In this blog, we’ll take you through electrification, the importance of fleet management in that process, and why Cartrack emerges as your ideal electrification partner.
A fleet management system supports last-mile electrification by providing all the insights needed to address the EV hurdles during deliveries. Vehicle data, automation, and visibility are all keys to helping you manage these hurdles, especially range anxiety and energy consumption.
A platform like Cartrack’s FleetWeb has all the vital tools and features, meaning you wouldn’t have to get separate FMSs for your ICE vehicles and EVs. Managing a mixed fleet or going through the gradual electrification process can all be handled with one platform.
Here’s what an advanced platform like FleetWeb can help with:
Businesses are electrifying their last-mile fleets to meet environmental goals, manage a better brand perception, and see long-term cost savings.
Making this switch brings down a logistics company’s carbon emissions, which account for at least 30% of greenhouse gases. Electrification of the last-mile is a much easier approach than that of the first or middle miles, because distances are shorter and more predictable. This makes going green in the last mile the most approachable step in the process of electrification.
Consider these reasons why businesses are making the change:
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When looking at fleet electrification versus traditional fleets, it’s fuelling-up-and-going that then switches to a careful-planning-and-charging operation. A fleet managent system plays a crucial role in this transition, though it still effectively supports both conventional and electric vehicles.
Take a look at the table for a quick and easy overview:
The challenges that come with electrifying last-mile delivery include a lack of charging infrastructure, route instability, and potential gaps in data when making the move.
Despite the numerous upsides, these are all the challenges to consider:
The data that you need before electrifying your last-mile fleet includes an understanding of vehicle utilisation, trip histories that reflect distances & frequency, and driver behaviour & patterns. In addition, it’s important to take a phased strategy rather than an immediate switch. Having this knowledge readily available drastically reduces the costly business mistakes and potential risks that come with this transition.
These insights are the foundation for every favourable electrification choice. Without them, businesses could miss out on impactful results. Cartrack empowers data-driven electrification planning, helping your business evaluate readiness and confidently make the switch to electric last-mile delivery.
This is all the data to consider before making the change:
Analysing this helps you understand which routes would work best for EVs, especially because the last-mile is usually the phase that’s electrified first.
Idle or stopping times that happen between deliveries or warehouse pickups are key to planning charging schedules. This must be done right so that you don’t end up potentially disrupting uptime.
This lets you know how often a vehicle is being used; vehicles being used less often might be the best choice for electrification, especially at the start of the transition process.
Knowing your drivers’ habits and driving styles on the road will tell you which drivers might be likely to use a lot of energy on the roads and which would practise safer and more conservative driving habits. This is important when you consider energy usage in EVs.
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Cartrack supports smarter last-mile electrification by providing you with a full-fledged & sophisticated FMS, detailed reporting, and enough flexibility to support mixed fleets. Thanks to FleetWeb, you can confidently manage everything from one platform that minimises the operational risks associated with electrifying delivery fleets.
Here’s what makes Cartrack your top choice:
Your fleet is absolutely ready for last-mile electrification if you’ve got the support of a powerful FMS behind you. Electrification is a gradual journey that needs careful planning and continuous development. Without the right insights, this process becomes more of a hurdle than a successful effort to be a greener operation.
FMSs are essential for minimising that risk. By understanding fleet behaviour, managing mixed fleets, and scaling electrification gradually, you can proactively plan your long-term success.
Plan your last-mile electrification journey with confidence. Speak to Cartrack about meeting sustainability goals without compromising delivery performance.
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Rising fuel costs and delivery pressures are accelerating last-mile electrification. See how FMSs help businesses stay efficient and in control.
