Openreach expands electric van fleet to 7,000 vehicles

electrive
2026.05.21 07:12
portai
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.

Openreach has expanded its electric van fleet to 7,000 vehicles as part of its transition from diesel. The company emphasizes practical operational needs over symbolic targets, ensuring the vans meet the requirements of engineers in various environments. Key challenges include charging infrastructure, with over 4,000 charge points installed. Openreach is also trialing innovative charging solutions to enhance usability and safety for its workforce.