UK estate agent Foxtons has announced a commitment to switch its entire fleet to EVs by 2030.
Coinciding with this announcement, Foxtons revealed that it has also become a member of EV100, a global initiative by The Climate Group that brings together companies committed to accelerating the transition to EVs.
Foxton’s chief operating officer Patrick Franco said: “By switching to electric transport, businesses can contribute to the reduction of millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year, as well as curbing transport related air and noise pollution.
“However, there is a pressing need for a stronger EV infrastructure across London and the UK. Without increased charging points, greater access to ultra-fast charging and more off-road parking, businesses like ours, which often require frequent and rapid vehicle charging, will find the transition extremely challenging.
“We support the Mayor of London’s vision for an expansion of London’s EV-charging network but ask that this roll-out is accelerated so more businesses can make the switch sooner.”
Foxtons said it is also calling for “greater transparency” around future EV costs, including company car tax rates and expiry dates of existing grants, and for more support with the upfront costs incurred while upgrading an entire fleet to electric.
