Why it's important to have an up to date car policy

Over the past few years electric vehicles have taken off in terms of their range, availability and affordability. An updated car policy, including electric vehicles and everything associated with them (charging stations, electricity usage etc…), is essential to stay ahead.

As more countries and cities introduce low and ultra-low emission zones, drivers could be faced with the possibility that they can no longer access areas as their vehicles don’t meet the conditions for low emission zones. By regularly reviewing low emission zones and employee mobility needs, and reflecting these in your car policy, you can ensure your employees stay mobile.

With the introduction of WLTP, vehicles are tested more rigorous for their emissions. Consequently, the reported CO2 emission values are now higher than under the previous testing cycle (NEDC). In practice this results in the same vehicles now having a higher CO2 emission value and possibly exceeding the fixed CO2 threshold in your policy. Fleet managers should review if the thresholds should change or encourage drivers to choose for electric or lower emission vehicles.