Athlon initiative could ease your drivers' EV transitions

Athlon’s 2025 EV Fleet Report, based on responses from 400 UK fleet leaders and drivers, finds fleets are making progress towards electrification but remain constrained by infrastructure, cost and complexity.

74% of respondents have started their EV transition, and one in three has fully electrified at least one vehicle category. Yet 39% cite charging access as a “major operational barrier,” while decision-makers also point to inconsistent government policy and cost unpredictability. Despite this, 82% believe they can meet internal EV targets by 2030 with the right support.

The report shows how electrification is reshaping the fleet function: 88% say performance now directly impacts ESG targets, and nearly half of managers now have cross-functional responsibilities spanning HR, finance and sustainability. Driver engagement also emerged as a key challenge, with 34% citing resistance to EVs and 40% highlighting gaps in training.

Athlon concludes that success depends on integrated strategies, such as aligning vehicles, infrastructure, data and driver support, as fleets move towards the UK’s ZEV mandate.

Download Athlon's 2025 EV Fleet Report here

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