The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in corporate fleets is no longer just a fad. It is a strategic decision, driven by economic, environmental and regulatory issues. But one question comes up often: Is electric really more profitable? The answer is yes, provided you have good control of the key parameters.
TCO: the real barometer of profitability
The total cost of ownership (TCO) is the reference indicator for comparing thermal and electric vehicles. It includes all the costs associated with the use of a vehicle: acquisition, energy, maintenance, taxation... and reveals sometimes surprising differences.
1. Acquisition: a higher initial investment
EVs are more expensive to buy or rent for a long term, mainly due to higher production costs and residual values that are still uncertain. Over 5 years, this represents an additional cost of 4000 to 4600€ per vehicle compared to a thermal model.
2. Energy: a major gain
Electricity is cheaper and more stable only fuel. By optimizing charging (home, business, off-peak hours), the savings are significant: up to €2,000 for a city car and €3500 for an SUV over 5 years.
Optimizing charging: the crux of the matter
The profitability of EVs depends heavily on charging management. Three strategic levers:
- Smart charging during off-peak hours: up to 30% savings.
- Dynamic steering power: reduction of fixed costs.
- Predictive maintenance : fewer breakdowns, fewer costs.
3. Taxation: concrete advantages
EVs are exempt from certain taxes (CO₂, weight) and benefit from tax bonuses. Result: more than €2,000 in savings for a city car and up to €4000 for an SUV.
4. Benefits in kind: a double gain
Recent reforms favour EVs in calculating benefits in kind. For the company, this means savings of up to €7000, and for the employee, up to 8000€ over 5 years.
Conclusion: Electric power, a performance strategy
Electric can be a real driver of economic performance for fleets, provided that the transition is structured intelligently. TCO then becomes a management tool, and not a constraint.
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