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of carbon emissions in this segment , businesses and fleet managers are going to have their work cut out for them to remain compliant .
There are about 6.5 million trucks operating in the EU , and more than five million trucks and vans on UK roads , so a straight swap for EVs is not going to be quick or easy . Also , despite good sales of vans and light commercial vehicles , it ’ s already clear that sales of electric variants of these vehicles are not keeping pace with net zero targets .
It ’ s therefore important that fleet replacement runs in tandem with other reduction strategies to ensure targets are met . The question then is , how do companies and fleet managers track and reduce emissions in the meantime ? service and decision-making . For example , an operator introducing new electric buses onto a specific route needs to understand how they are affected by a host of variables . How long is the bus able to travel before it needs to charge ? How do traffic conditions at certain times of day impact route timing and battery life ?
Embracing data-driven systems like these empowers operators to better manage their fleets and optimise resources , ensuring they are getting the most value out of their investment .
Council service vehicles
The UK has set itself a target of replacing 100 % of the central government ’ s fleet of cars and vans with zero emissions vehicles by 2027 . This
The Internet of Things ( IoT ) is perfectly suited for emissions tracking . The technology has already established itself in the logistics sector as a way to track everything from distance travelled to tyre pressure . Devices fitted onto vehicles can provide data for route planning , engine performance , faulty equipment and load – all of which have an impact on emissions .
On the other side of this coin , Smart Cities can also use IoT devices in traffic lights and roads to track and manage traffic flow , resulting in less congestion and less pollution .
Trucks are responsible for transporting significant amounts of goods in agriculture , manufacturing , retail and other sectors across the UK and Europe so it is not only imperative that fleets are not interrupted by the changes , but that they play an integral role in reduction strategies .
Buses
Buses only accounted for about 3 % of the UK ’ s transport related emissions in 2021 . But , with major investment and government support through the Bus Back Better strategy , buses are set to become the first vehicle sector to decarbonise . Data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders shows that more than four in 10 new single and double decker buses are now zero emission . However , the data shows that these new EVs are heavily skewed towards London , leaving rural operators struggling to catch up .
As operators introduce new vehicles into their fleets , technology can help them optimise usage ,
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