Whistl begins electric vehicle rollout

Whistl, the UK’s leading logistics specialists in fulfilment, mail, and parcels has begun the rollout of electric vehicles within its fleet following a strategic review of its future transport needs.

The company has established a strategy to transition its van fleet to electric power, whilst practically meeting operational needs, cost-effectively.

The strategy covers both rollouts of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Whistl’s current 22 sites and the procurement of an electric fleet.

Whistl will initially deploy Maxus eDeliver 9 electric vehicles covering customers in the Bristol area with four vehicles and five for its Parcelhub brand, which offers a more regionalised approach with onsite local collections and consolidated volumes. 

The necessary charging infrastructure is being developed working with EO Charging following a comprehensive review of the marketplace.

In addition to the van fleet, Whistl is actively encouraging employees with a company car to choose a fully electric or hybrid option and has installed charging options at its Head Office and across its estate.  The company expects the infrastructure rollout to be complete this year.

As new electric vehicles come into the market, Whistl will assess their suitability to replace current ICE fleet vehicles. It recently announced its fleet renewal, including Peugeot Boxer 435 Vans which are on leases that enable Whistl to swap them with electric-powered replacements when they become available.