Are the phase-out targets viable for vans and HGVs?

The BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference (20 September, London) will include a session with commercial vehicle experts providing insights to support members working with HGVs and developing vehicle transition strategies.

Taking part in the hydrogen and electric ‘Great Zero-emission Freight Debate’ will be:

  • Allan Rushforth, Chief Commercial Officer, First Hydrogen
  • David Thackray, Strategic Relations Officer, Tevva Motors
  • David Petts, Take it to Market Leader, Urban Electrified Van Programme, Ford Motor Company

The debate will cover hot topics such as:

  • Is the 2030 ban viable for vans? 2035/2040 for HGVs?
  • Is hydrogen a silver bullet for vans and trucks?
  • How do we plan infrastructure for trucks?
  • Will we need exemptions from the 2035/2040 HGV Diesel ban, or can existing/emerging solutions/models make this viable?
  • With ongoing technological uncertainty (hydrogen v electric) what can we do now to decarbonise - how do e-fuels feature?

Beyond the Great Freight Debate, further conference panel discussions will cover:

  • Can we be Cheerful about Charging? EV experts reveal why there are plenty of reasons to be positive when it comes to electric vehicle infrastructure
  • Retail in Detail: What is happening in the retail new and used BEV market?

As the countdown to the launch of the UK’s ambitious new Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate continues, a senior Government official will also outline the upcoming policy milestones that can be expected in the run-up to the phase-out deadlines.

The one-day Conference will take place at the QEII conference centre in London on Wednesday 20 September. Official partners for Fleets in Charge in 2023 are The AA, Arval UK, Auto Trader, Dynamon, Fleet Assist, and Mina.

Visit Fleets in Charge Conference 2023 to book.