Kitchen equipment specialist McFarlane Telfer (MCFT) has placed an order for 20 new Farizon SV large electric vans to support its team of nationwide service engineers.
Several MCFT engineers at four locations trialled the vans for a full month, with particular attention being paid to load space, versatility, range and ease-of-use.
Supplied by Heathrow Van Centre, MCFT chose the SV L1H1 83kWh as the model that would best meet its requirements.
Each van will be fitted with bespoke racking supplied and fitted by Van Racking Solutions to be used by the company’s catering and refrigeration engineers for maintenance and repair visits, along with new equipment deliveries to commercial kitchens nationwide.
The Farizon SV L1H1 has 6.95m3 of load space, a maximum payload of 1,265kg, and a loading height of 550mm.
Combined with the 83kWh battery option, the L1H1 delivers a range of up to 234 miles, while a 20 to 80% charge takes from 36 minutes.
George Smith, Fleet Manager at MCFT, said, “Our engineers can drive up to 25,000 miles a year, so a highly competitive range was an essential ingredient in ensuring our operations wouldn’t be affected by switching to an electric fleet.
“Factor in the cost savings we’ll be able to make, the SV’s impressive payload and high spec levels, and it’s clear this is the right solution for us.”
Calum James, General Manager of Farizon Auto UK, said, “We’re in the latter stages of closing several more deals like this, reflecting the rapidly growing interest we’re seeing from fleets as they look to reduce costs, operate with greater sustainability credentials, and benefit from improved capability.”
