The advantages of electric vans
It goes without saying that delivering online purchases to consumers and professionals, or supplying businesses throughout France are an important pillar of tomorrow's mobility. Urban delivery is therefore closely linked to professional electric vehicles. For a company, having a fleet of electric commercial vehicles seems an interesting compromise. What's more, it offers advantages for the company.
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Insurance for the future of all-electricity
In Europe, and particularly in France more and more cities are restricting access to their downtown areas for a variety of reasons. Indeed ZFE (low-emission zones), now known as ZCR (restricted traffic zones), have been introduced in recent years. The objective remains the same: to keep the most polluting vehicles out of city centers, particularly in large conurbations such as Paris.
When a company decides to equip its fleet with electric commercial vehicles, it can be sure of continued access to all areas of a city. This also applies during peak air pollution periods, since traffic restrictions do not apply to low-emission electric commercial vehicles. A key argument for companies to bear in mind when making their ecological transition and building up or renewing their fleet.
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Attractive tax benefits
In 2023, in France, a company can benefit from the conversion bonus and the ecological bonus for the purchase of low-polluting vehicles, including electric commercial vehicles, under certain conditions.
The conversion bonus encourages the acquisition of low-polluting vehicles by offering financial assistance. Eligibility conditions depend on the legal entity's income, the type of vehicle to be replaced and the new vehicle acquired. In the case of a company wishing to acquire an electric commercial vehicle, the conversion premium can cover up to 80% of the acquisition cost, with a maximum of €6,000.
In addition to the conversion bonus, an ecological bonus is also awarded for the purchase of new electric, hydrogen or hybrid vehicles. The amount of the bonus depends on the motorization and purchase price of the vehicle, with a maximum bonus varying between €3,000 and €5,000 for cars. Electric commercial vehicles can benefit from a bonus of up to €6,000.
To benefit from the conversion bonus and the ecological bonus, you can apply online on the official website and submit a file via the online teleservice.
When replacing an old commercial vehicle Crit'Air 3 or older vehicle (diesel first registered before 2011 or petrol first registered before 2006). This bonus allows you to up to 2 500 € for individuals with a taxable income per unit of €22,983 or less, including those with a taxable income per unit of €14,089 or less and travel distances of less than 30 km. This applies to the purchase of a new or used Crit'Air 1 electric, hydrogen or hybrid vehicle..
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The ADVENIR program, run byAvere-France, provides funding for the installation of charging stations for electric vehicles. This program aims to support electric mobility by offering subsidies forcharging infrastructure in collective buildings, businesses and public entities.
For companies in particular, several subsidies are available, depending on the type of project. The amount of the ADVENIR grant in 2023 varies between 20% and 50% of costs, with specific ceilings for each category.
Source : Qualit'enr
For charging stations in private parking lots, a subsidy is available with ceilings of up to €9,000, depending on the type of charging station.
| Type of charging station | Percentage of subsidy | Subsidy ceiling |
|---|---|---|
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30 % |
From €1,000 to €1,300 |
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Direct current (DC) |
30 % |
From €2,700 to €9,000 |
Companies can now receive financial assistance for fleet and employee charging stations. The "benefits in kind" program, which enables employers to provide electric vehicles and charging stations or cover associated expenses for employees, has been extended until December 31, 2024.
Source: Zephyre
To benefit from these subsidies, it is necessary to use qualified installers who are registered with ADVENIR. The process involves signing the grant offer, carrying out the installation work and submitting the necessary documents. Final approval and payment of the grant are subject to program requirements and specifications.
Lower total cost of ownership for electric vans
The electric cars don't have timing belts, oil tanks or even filters to replace.
The electric batteries naturally require less maintenance than an internal combustion engine. Batteries can be charged at work, at home, on vacation or even in parking lots at a rate per kW (kilowatt), making the price per 100 km much lower than that of conventional combustion vehicles. This total is an estimate of the total cost of car ownership over a given period (in this case 5 years).
It takes into account several parameters, including capitalcapital depreciation (approximately 40% of TCO), fuel fuel (approx. 20%), insurance (approx. 10-15%), vehicle maintenance (approx. 5-10%), and depreciation (40%) as well as administrative and tax expenses. The total cost of ownership (Total Cost of Ownership) is therefore significantly lower and more attractive for electric commercial vehicles than their diesel counterparts.
For more details, please see our article on TCO: how to calculate and optimize it?
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No more parking problems downtown
No more parking fines! Some of France's major cities, such as Nice, Aix-en-Provence or simply Paris, are going one step further than just allowing full access to their city centers. In fact, they they offer totally free parking for the least polluting vehicles, i.e. electric vehicles!
In fact, parking spaces are reserved for them with a charging station that allows them to recharge the vehicle battery free of charge. to recharge the vehicle's battery free of charge.. A huge financial advantage for companies. This means one less charge and, above all, no more worrying about finding a fine on your windscreen if delivery or supply has ended up taking longer than expected.
It's also worth noting that not all cities offer free parking. This is the case for Bordeaux, Cannes or even Orléans which provides drivers with free green discs green discs. These small colored discs allow vehicles emitting less than 120g CO2/km to benefit from two hours' free parking. Bordeaux also offers free recharging for electric cars!
A wide and diversified range of electric vans
Today, for urban delivery, car manufacturers vehicle manufacturers are increasingly offering electric electric utility models at a range of prices and adapted to the needs of companies. Such is the case of Renaultwith its Kangoo E-Techthe German brand Volkswagen and its E-Crafter or even Opel with its Vivaro-e. Vehicles that are becoming increasingly intelligent, modular, connected and performance with a view to simplifying everyday gestures and making driving even easier.
Some innovations have already been integrated into electric vans such as AI (artificial intelligence), as in the case of the Volkswagen e-Crafter or the Fiat e-Ducato. Both models are now available at long-term rental and medium-term leasing at Beev. In particular, they enable us to calculate the shelf life of each parcel, taking into account the type of product, its destination and its circulation conditions. The electric vans are also becoming increasingly autonomous. The Peugeot e-Traveller for its part offers a range of 330 km. This is good news for companies whose lack of range lack of range was one of the main obstacles to the electrification of their vehicle fleets.
Safety is also a key consideration when buying an electric car.This is all the more true for electric vans that transport highly sensitive goods such as foodstuffs. For this reason, they are fitted with safety systems such as the Side Wind Assist (a stabilizing process that acts on the brakes to prevent the truck from rolling away).
The Surround Rear Vision is also present, improving visibility by offering a set of rear-view cameras forming a wide-angle image projected onto the rearview mirror. The carmaker Renault has already equipped its two electric vans with this system: the Kangoo Van-E-Tech and the Kangoo ZE.
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The advantages of a company electric car
As we saw earlier, electric vehicle technology is improving year on year. Models are constantly evolving, so it's not surprising to see companies equipping their employees with electric company carsThis is an increasingly attractive solution for companies, and a practice that is becoming commonplace. What's more, as a company director, it makes financial sense, while at the same time being a positive gesture for the environment by emitting very little CO2.
In addition to taxes and subsidies, owning an electric vehicle reduces costs throughout your ownership. When you compare running costs with a petrol or diesel car, an electric vehicle can be driven. Maintenance costs are also low. These are just some of the advantages that benefit company directors and their employees.
Tax benefits for electric company cars
If you buy an electric vehicle to use as a company car, you'll benefit from a total and definitive exemption from company vehicle tax (TVS). This only applies to models with carbon dioxide emissions of 20g/km or less.
In addition to this exemption for electric vehicles, there are significant financial advantages for companies planning to equip their employees with business cars. Companies subject tocorporate income tax or income tax can benefit from an additional 40% tax allowance on the value of the vehicles.. The depreciation ceiling varies according to CO2 emissions and the year the vehicle was purchased:
- 30,000 for models emitting less than 20 g CO2/km
- 20,300 for models emitting between 20 and 59g g of CO2/km
- 18,300 for models emitting between 60 and 130 g of CO2/km
- 9900 € for models emitting more than 130 g CO2/km
- Companies can benefit from a partial exemption from registration tax if they have a fleet of "clean" vehicles (100% electric) . Pleasenote that theamount of vehicle registration tax is not the same in all regions. Here are the different amounts for some regions:
| Regions | Amount |
|---|---|
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Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
43,00 € |
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Hauts-de-France |
33,00 € |
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Occitanie |
44,00 € |
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Great East |
42,00 € |
Local subsidies for the acquisition of professional electric cars
It's worth finding out, because some regions can offer very substantial very substantial additional subsidies for the purchase of a company electric car. Most regions allow you to apply online, via their help portal or the region's own website.
The Île-de-France region grants of €6,000 to eligible companies for the purchase of a light electric vehicle. This assistance can be combined with the government's ecological bonus, capped at €5,000 but also with the conversion bonus, which can save companies up to €2,500. for companies. In total, the combined aid can savecan save companies in the Paris region €17,500.. These grants apply to companies with up to 50 employees, with based in the Paris Region and whose annual sales do not exceed 10 million euros. The process is simple, a simple form is to be completed on the official website of the Île-de-France region, no later than three months after the purchase of the clean vehicle.
Further information → Assistance for the acquisition of electric vehicles for professionals in the Paris Region
In the the Occitanie region, offers assistance for purchasers of used electric vehicles. Provided they have a CO2 emission level of no more than 20 g/km. This assistance, called "Eco-Mobility Check was set up within the framework part environmental plan to encourage companies to clean vehicles.
On the official official website of the Occitanie Region a to check your eligibility.
With the ambition to reduce CO2 emissionsemissions in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpesfive communes in the region benefit from grants to help them switch to electric cars. The amount of aid depends on the gross vehicle weight (PTAC), 3000 € for an electric vehicle weighing less than 2,500 kg and €5,000 if it exceeds this weight. You may be eligible for regional assistance if you live in one of the following communes:
- Pays Rochois
- Cluses, Arve et Montagnes
- Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley
- Faucigny-Glières
- Mont-Blanc region
Please note: Only SMEs and VSEs are eligible for this assistance.
State aid for professionals
As with commercial vehicles, companies can benefit from the ecological bonus if they plan to buy electric company cars. Initially set at €7,000 in 2021 for vehicles costing less than €47,000, the amount of aid has been lowered to €6,000 in 2022, then to €5,000 in 2023 . Forelectric cars between €47,000 and €60,000, the €1,000 subsidy in 2022 has now been abolished in 2023.
They also benefit from the conversion premium of up to up to €2,500 if they replace their old diesel vehicle registered before 2011 or their petrol vehicle registered before 2006. This only applies to electric models up to €47,000. The Peugeot e-Expert and theOpel Vivaro-e are among the commercial vehicles eligible for this assistance.
In conclusion
Through this article, you have been able to discover in more detail the advantages for a company that decides to make its ecological transition by equipping its employees with electric cars, both company cars and vans.
The amount of subsidies changes regularly, so it's wise to think about when it's most worthwhile to renew or electrify your fleet. What's more, it it has a real environmental impact and represents a real argument for companies, which are becoming more and more environmentally aware.
What about you? how do you feel about electrifying your fleet's vehicles? fleet fleet of vehicles? If you're a company director, do you plan to equip your employees with electric cars? If so, Beev can help you with your project.
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