Teletrac Navman global fleet survey – scepticism over zero emission mandates

A survey of global fleet managers shows widespread doubt about government zero emission mandates, with many not believing the rollout will go ahead as planned.

That’s among key findings in Teletrac Navman’s annual industry survey of more than 500 fleet operators throughout the UK, North America, Australia, New Zealand and Latin America.

Overall, only 44% of respondents believe that government mandates for a sustainable energy rollout will go ahead as planned.

Respondents from Australia and New Zealand were the most sceptical, with 69% doubting their local governments’ commitment to the planned ban on fossil fuels. This scepticism was shared by 57% of respondents in the UK and 46% in the US.

The frequency of emerging new technologies, high purchase cost of alternative energy vehicles and limited availability of public charging points are identified as the top obstacles for businesses on their way to decarbonisation. 

This is highlighted even further as nearly three quarters (72%) of respondents state that ongoing cost pressures will likely delay their transition to EV or alternative energy vehicles.

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