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Sainsbury’s Launches World's Largest Electric Van Fleet
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UK supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has announced it is to purchase 50 electric vans for its online grocery delivery service.
When added to the existing fleet of 20, the supermarket will have the largest fleet of electric vans in the world according to UK manufacturer, Smith Electric Vehicles.The vans will be deployed in the London area, meaning 60 percent of central Londoners will have their groceries delivered in one of these environmentally responsible vehicles.
The 3.5 ton electric vans will be based at ten of Sainsbury's London stores and are due to hit the road from March. The vans have been modified to meet Sainsbury's specific requirements for its urban online deliveries. Each vehicle is restricted to 40mph and can comfortably achieve the required range of 60 miles per day. The vans are also fitted with a fast charging system.
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Compared with an average vehicle, the engines of electric vehicles have very few moving parts (typically just three or four compared to a diesel engine which has in excess of 1,000). This keeps servicing simple and minimal.
This move follows the introduction of an electric recharge point network at Sainsbury's stores in London earlier this month. The points are situated at ten stores around the city, allowing customers to charge their electric vehicles free of charge, while they shop.
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