Windscreen repairs for electric fleets – A Complete Guide

Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise with more than a million now on British roads. 

And it’s not just the domestic market where EVs are becoming more common, with many commercial industries introducing their own electric fleets.

This includes taxi firms, delivery companies, technology businesses and more. 

For businesses that operate a fleet of electric vehicles, it is essential that their windscreens are always in the best condition to keep drivers and passengers safe as well as to ensure there is no costly downtime.

At The Windscreen Company, we have more than 25 years of experience when it comes to maintaining fleet windscreens ensuring your business’ vehicles always stay on the move.

What are the benefits of electric fleets?

Electric fleets have a wide range of benefits, with companies making the shift to EVs for a variety of reasons. 

Some of the main advantages of electric fleets include:

• Combating climate change – One of the main factors contributing to the climate crisis is the release of harmful emissions from vehicles. In fact, this is the UK’s single biggest source of carbon emissions, so shifting to electric vehicles is a great way for your organisation to make a positive difference. 

• Boost your brand’s reputation – Changing to electric vehicles can boost your brand’s reputation as it demonstrates that you care about the world around you and are committed to sustainable efforts. Many young people actively avoid brands that do not meet their environmental standards so you could even gain new customers this way.

• Saves you money in the long run – From 2035, the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned in the UK and there are some suggestions that further green legislation will be introduced in the future. With this in mind, by making the shift now, you will potentially save your company money in the future. 

These are just a few of the many benefits of electric fleets, and for a more comprehensive list, you can check out our previous blog on the subject.

Windscreen repairs for EVs

If you operate an electric fleet, then it’s important the vehicles’ windscreens are kept in the best possible condition. 

But if windscreen damage has occurred, then it must be fixed as soon as possible. 

There are a number of important factors to consider when it comes to electric vehicle windscreen repairs and replacements. On average, an EV windscreen repair is usually around 25% more expensive than a conventional vehicle, with full windscreen replacements also pricier. 

This is because electric vehicle windscreens tend to come with more advanced features that need to be accounted for. At The Windscreen Company, our expert technicians are vastly experienced in EV windscreen repairs and replacements. Over the years we’ve invested heavily in state-of-the-art technology and training for our staff so that we can offer the lowest possible price to our customers.

Plus, many EVs come with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and, as part of an EV windscreen repair or replacement, it is important that these systems are recalibrated to ensure all cameras and sensors are working correctly. 

For every EV fleet vehicle we work on, we offer a leading ADAS recalibration service that will ensure these features are always working as they should be.

No matter what kind of vehicle you drive, the team here at The Windscreen Company is here to help keep you safe with our range of leading windscreen services. Operating across the South East and West Midlands, contact our team today to find out more.

The Windscreen Company

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The Windscreen Company, has over 20 years of experience in windscreen repair and replacement. Since 1998, they have been at the forefront of industry innovation, leveraging the latest technology to ensure customer safety and satisfaction.

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