Shire Link adds electric medium van to its Huddersfield hire fleet
Shire Link has added its first fully electric medium van to our Huddersfield hire fleet.
The new Farizon V7E combines the load space and carrying capacity expected from a medium van with automatic transmission and fully electric driving.
Approximately the same size as a short-wheelbase Ford Transit Custom, it is a practical option for local deliveries, collections, trade work, smaller moves and other jobs around Huddersfield and West Yorkshire.
Why electric vans make sense for local work
Many working van journeys involve relatively short distances, regular stops and more time on local roads than motorways. This is where an electric van makes the most sense.
There is no diesel engine idling while the van is stationary in traffic or waiting during a delivery. Regenerative braking also recovers energy as the van slows down, making electric vehicles particularly well suited to routes with frequent junctions and stops.
The electric motor delivers power immediately, providing smooth acceleration even when the van is carrying a load. With no conventional gears, it is also straightforward and comfortable to drive around town.
The van produces no exhaust emissions, making it well suited to work in town centres, residential areas, near schools and on sites where air quality is a consideration. It can also be driven within Bradford’s Clean Air Zone without paying the daily charge that applies to non-compliant vans.
It is quieter than a diesel van too, particularly at lower speeds, which can be useful for early starts and deliveries in residential areas.
Up to 204 miles of electric range
Maximum WLTP range (combined)
The Farizon L1 H1 has a 67 kWh battery and a manufacturer’s stated range of up to 210 miles. Actual range will vary depending on the load, driving conditions, temperature, driving style and use of heating or air conditioning.
For local journeys around Huddersfield and work across the surrounding area, it provides a useful working range without sacrificing the space and carrying capacity expected from a medium van.
Highlights
- Model: Farizon V7E
- Seats: Two
- Battery: 67 kWh
- Combined range: Up to 204 miles
- Loadspace: Up to 6.95m³
- Maximum payload: Up to 1,338kg, but this varies by version
- Length: 4.995m
- Width: 2.206m
- Height: 1.985m
- Rapid charging: 20% to 80% in as little as 18 minutes
- Dual sliding doors
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 360-degree cameras and parking sensors
- Vehicle-to-load, allowing tools and other equipment to use the van’s battery
Try an electric van for yourself
Electric vans make sense for local work, but the best way to understand the difference is to drive one for yourself. You might just be converted.
The electric medium van is available to hire at the same price as our short wheelbase Ford Transit Custom.
Check availability and book online, or call Shire Link on 01484 427701 if you would like to check whether the van is suitable for your journey or load.
