Bridging the gap between planning and delivery with our managed trial service
We analyse your fleet’s routes, energy usage, and vehicle types to pinpoint electrification opportunities. Our data-driven approach ensures any recommendations are customised for your operational needs.
Prove it with a pilot
The VEV managed trial service is designed to help fleet operators prove the real-world performance, cost, and operational feasibility of electric HGVs in just two weeks with minimal disruption and hands-on support.
Prepare
Working together we scope the programme based on analysis of your fleet and operations – selecting the right vehicle and routes, defining success criteria and engaging your teams and customers.
- Choose the right routes and vehicles for the demo
- Select and confirm the right vehicle for the job
- Define key success criteria and risk management plan
- Identify and brief drivers, teams and customers
- Agree to plan and timelines
Managed trials
An intensive managed vehicle trial to prove real world performance and operational fit, as well as gathering data to inform your rollout plan – with hands-on support throughout.
Playback
We deliver a comprehensive end-of-pilot report for your team and customers, using real world data from the pilot to give you the confidence to commit to your first phase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve answered some of the most frequent questions to help you decide if a managed trial is right for you.
Who is the managed trial for?
Our pilot is designed for fleet operators exploring electrification but wanting to validate performance, feasibility, and infrastructure needs before committing to a full rollout.
What vehicles can we trial?
We support trials with electric HGVs, matched to your specific routes, loads, and operational demands. Our team helps select the right vehicle to demonstrate performance in your real-world conditions.
How long does the trial last?
The on-the-road trial runs for two weeks, but it’s part of a broader process. From early planning to post-trial insights and rollout support, we stay engaged to ensure the pilot drives long-term results.
Will it disrupt our operations?
We design the trial to integrate into your day-to-day operations with minimal disruption. We support your drivers, ops teams, and customers throughout to ensure it runs smoothly.
Do we need to install charging infrastructure?
No permanent infrastructure is required. All you need is a 63A commando socket — we’ll work with your team to ensure power and space are ready for the trial.
What happens after the trial?
You receive a data-backed report with operational, financial and emissions insights — plus a validated roadmap that can guide board decisions, investment planning, and rollout timelines. We don’t just end at playback — we help you move forward.
Is there a cost to the pilot?
We co-fund or subsidise trials with qualified partners. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible.
Why run a trial with VEV?
Because we connect the trial directly to your roadmap. It’s not an isolated exercise — we use real-world data to validate your plan, guide your investment decisions, and build confidence across your team. We stay hands-on throughout to ensure success.
- Carbon savings – how much carbon was saved vs. your diesel fleet
- Operational fit – does the vehicle meet your daily demands?
- Team experience – are drivers and operations teams on board?
- Customer experience – is service quality maintained?
- Commercial case – do the costs and savings support scaling?
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