Southern Vectis has taken delivery of a new all-electric Ford E-Transit Custom, replacing a diesel van as the Isle of Wight bus operator continues its move towards lower-emission vehicles.
The vehicle has been supplied by Island-based Premier Motors, part of Greenhous Group Ltd, and will be used to support the company’s day-to-day operations.
The new van joins Southern Vectis’ growing fleet of electric buses, with the operator looking to reduce the environmental impact of both its passenger services and the vehicles used behind the scenes.
Replacing the previous diesel-powered van with an electric alternative will help reduce emissions from the company’s daily activities.
Premier Motors has already helped several Isle of Wight businesses make the switch to electric vehicles and says it is seeing growing demand from organisations looking to reduce their reliance on petrol and diesel.
Neil Gordon, Dealer Principal at Premier Motors, has said:
“Electric cars and vans are becoming increasingly popular with both private motorists and businesses.
“With rising fuel costs and a growing focus on reducing emissions, adopting renewable energy and introducing zero-emission vehicles, we’re seeing more organisations make the switch to electric.
Article continues below this advertisement “As one of the Island’s largest and most recognisable businesses, it’s fantastic to see Southern Vectis continuing its transition to electric vehicles.
“We’re extremely proud to support them on this journey by supplying their new E-Transit Custom, which will play an important role in their day-to-day operations.”
The addition represents another step in Southern Vectis’ ongoing efforts to introduce lower-emission vehicles across its operations.
Garry Furmidge, Engineering Manager at Southern Vectis, has said:
“As we continue our transition towards lower-emission operations, it is important that the vehicles supporting our day-to-day activities evolve too.
“The new Ford E-Transit Custom is a practical addition to our fleet and will help support our wider sustainability ambitions.
“Premier Motors understood our operational requirements and supplied a vehicle that meets our needs, making this a positive addition to our fleet.”
