Diesel drivers drive electric van searches up 143% as fuel costs bite
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Diesel drivers drive electric van searches up 143% as fuel costs bite
"Diesel operators are bearing the brunt of the current squeeze. Diesel van drivers are being hit hardest by the current fuel crisis, so it's hardly surprising we're seeing a sharp rise in interest around electric vans."
"Many owners are starting to look towards a future that's less dependent on fossil fuels and less exposed to volatile fuel prices and running-cost uncertainty. As a result, we expect demand for battery and hybrid-electric van insurance to accelerate over the coming months."
Google searches for electric vans surged by 143% in March, indicating a significant shift among British tradespeople and small business owners. The increase in inquiries coincided with the Easter weekend, a time when operators assess fleet costs. High diesel prices, clean-air zone restrictions, and the narrowing cost gap for electric models are driving this interest. Diesel van drivers are particularly affected by rising fuel costs, prompting a shift towards electric vehicles as a more stable and economical option.
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