Vehicle hire specialist Shire Link has taken delivery of the first electric Farizon V7E medium van in the UK, as the Chinese manufacturer rolls out the model across the UK.
Supplied by CPD Farizon North East, based in Stockton-on-Tees, the latest addition to the hire fleet is available to rent immediately, and expected to cover between 15,000 and 20,000 miles a year.
Having tested similar-sized electric vans, including the Ford E-Transit and Maxus eDeliver 7, the company selected the 67kWh Farizon V7E for its range, payload and value.
Launched at the Commercial Vehicle Show in April, the city-focused V7E delivers a cargo space of 6.95 m3, a payload of up to 1,338kg, and a loading height of 500mm.
With a range of 204 miles – WLTP combined – the V7E can also charge from 20 to 80% in 18 minutes.
The V7E is available with 50kWh and 67kWh battery options.
Shire Link is a family-run business that has been providing commercial and private vehicle hire services for more than 45 years.
Matt Magee, Managing Director at Shire Link, said, “This is our first fully electric van, and we see it as the starting point for expanding our EV offering.
“Over time, we aim to introduce more fully electric vehicles to gradually replace our existing diesel fleet.”
Calum James, General Manager at Farizon Auto UK said, “The V7E has been built for business, so it’s great to know that the first model to hit the streets is going to be put hard to work carrying out a wide range of duties.
“This is the first step in what I’m sure will be a successful rollout of vans across the country.”
