EV Fleets & Infrastructure

The complete fleet electrification solution.

From electric vehicles and charging infrastructure to on-site solar, battery storage and financing, we deliver everything you need to transition your fleet. We reduce your operating costs and make the move to electric simpler.

Estimate your fleet’s energy cost savings

Step 1 of 2: Your fleet

Vehicle type
Current fuel
Charging source

Why now

The economics of running a diesel fleet have fundamentally changed.

Electric vehicles paired with on-site solar and battery storage replace volatile fuel costs with low-cost, self-generated energy. As diesel prices and carbon taxes continue to rise, businesses can now significantly reduce the cost of every kilometre while improving energy security and cutting emissions.

Diesel costs keep increasing

Diesel prices remain volatile, making fleet operating costs difficult to forecast. Carbon levies and the increasing national carbon tax continue to add further pressure, making every litre more expensive over time.

Generate your own fuel

Charge your fleet using electricity generated from your own solar system and battery storage instead of buying diesel. By producing the energy that powers your vehicles, you lock in a lower and more predictable cost per kilometre while reducing exposure to fuel price volatility.

Proven by South African fleets

The business case is no longer theoretical. Across millions of kilometres driven, leading South African fleets have demonstrated lower operating costs while maintaining the performance and reliability required for commercial operations.

One integrated solution

Everything you need to electrify your fleet from one partner.

Electric Vehicles

We source and supply the right electric vehicles for your operation, from vans and bakkies to urban trucks, minibuses and buses. Each is matched to your routes, payloads and operational requirements.

Charging Infrastructure

We design and install AC and DC charging infrastructure strategically across your depots, facilities, and operational routes. Intelligent load management optimises charging schedules, minimises demand peaks, and reduces charging costs.

Renewable Energy

Power your fleet with renewable electricity from on-site solar, battery storage, off-site wheeling or the optimal combination of all three. We design the right energy strategy to minimise your cost per kilometre while improving energy security and reducing emissions.

Financing

We finance every part of your fleet electrification project, from vehicles and charging infrastructure to renewable energy systems. Choose between flexible subscriptions or financed ownership, with little to no upfront capital.

Fleet-as-a-Service

Go electric with zero upfront capital.

Subscription

Fleet-as-a-Service

Electrify your fleet with little to no upfront capital.

Transition to electric through a fully managed subscription. We provide the vehicles, charging infrastructure and renewable energy solution as one integrated service, with flexible monthly or per-kilometre pricing that grows with your business.

Benefits

  • Little to no upfront capital investment.
  • Fixed monthly or per-kilometre pricing.
  • Maintenance, insurance and charging included.
  • Fully managed and optimised throughout the contract.
Ownership

Outright Purchase

Own your fleet. Capture the full lifetime returns.

Purchase your electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and renewable energy system outright, or finance the investment through our lending partners. You own the assets from day one while maximising long-term savings and tax benefits.

Benefits

  • Full ownership of all fleet and energy assets.
  • Vehicles, charging and renewable energy in one solution.
  • Eligible solar assets qualify for the Section 12B first-year tax deduction.
  • Maximum lifetime savings and return on investment.

All financing is subject to credit approval. Section 12B and tax treatment should be confirmed with your tax advisor.

Built for your operation

The best fleets for electrification already follow predictable schedules.

If your vehicles return to the same depot each day, they can charge from dedicated infrastructure and renewable energy. That delivers the lowest cost per kilometre and the fastest return on investment.

Last-Mile & E-commerce Delivery

Urban delivery fleets are one of the strongest commercial cases for electrification. Predictable daily routes, frequent stop-start driving, and overnight depot parking allow vehicles to recharge during off-hours using dedicated charging infrastructure and renewable energy. Combined with high annual mileage, these operating characteristics maximise fuel savings and deliver a lower cost per kilometre.

Why it works

  • Predictable urban routes typically under 200 to 250 km per day.
  • Vehicles that return to a depot or distribution centre each night.
  • High stop-start utilisation where regenerative braking improves efficiency.
  • High annual mileage where fuel and maintenance savings compound quickly.

Industry example:41 Electric Delivery Vans

Woolworths & DSV

Woolworths and DSV electric delivery vans

Electric delivery vans operating from solar-powered depots, avoiding approximately 400 tonnes of tailpipe CO₂ emissions each year while demonstrating the commercial viability of fleet electrification in South Africa.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

Cold Chain & Refrigerated Distribution

Cold-chain fleets are ideally suited to electrification because both the vehicle and refrigeration system can be powered by electricity rather than diesel. Combined with predictable delivery schedules and return-to-depot charging, businesses can significantly reduce fuel consumption while maintaining strict temperature control.

Why it works

  • Predictable local and regional delivery routes.
  • Vehicles return to base for overnight charging.
  • Electric refrigeration reduces diesel consumption and emissions.
  • Reliable temperature control with lower operating costs.

Industry example:42 Refrigerated Electric Vans

Clicks & UPD

Clicks & UPD refrigerated electric van

South Africa’s first solar-supported refrigerated electric fleet, demonstrating that temperature-controlled logistics can reduce emissions and operating costs without compromising cold-chain performance.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

FMCG & Retail Distribution

FMCG distribution networks combine high daily vehicle utilisation with predictable depot-to-store routes, making them an excellent fit for fleet electrification. Large distribution centres provide ideal locations for charging infrastructure and renewable energy, helping businesses reduce transport costs while improving supply chain sustainability.

Why it works

  • Scheduled depot-to-store distribution routes.
  • Vehicles returning to distribution centres between shifts.
  • High annual mileage where operating cost savings compound.
  • Large depots with space for charging infrastructure and renewable energy.

Industry example:Africa’s First Electric Superlink

DHL & Unilever

DHL & Unilever electric Volvo FMX superlink truck

A fully electric Volvo FMX superlink operating on live Unilever distribution routes, demonstrating the viability of heavy-duty electric transport for commercial FMCG logistics.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

Staff & Shuttle Transport

Employee shuttles and staff transport operate on fixed routes and predictable schedules, making them ideally suited to fleet electrification. Vehicles can recharge between shifts or overnight at a central depot, delivering lower operating costs while providing reliable, quiet, and zero-tailpipe-emission transport.

Why it works

  • Fixed, scheduled employee and shuttle routes.
  • Vehicles returning to a central depot or facility.
  • Predictable daily distances within EV range.
  • Businesses looking to reduce transport operating costs and emissions.

Industry example:South Africa’s First Electric Minibus Taxi

eKamva

eKamva electric minibus taxi

Developed by a South African consortium led by GoMetro, the 15-seat eKamva electric minibus demonstrates the commercial viability of electric people transport, with operating costs up to 40 to 70% lower than conventional diesel alternatives.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

Municipal & Public Transport

Municipal buses and public transport fleets operate on fixed urban routes with predictable daily distances and centralised depots, making them well suited to electrification. Vehicles can recharge overnight or between service windows, while solar and battery storage help reduce operating costs and improve energy resilience across the fleet.

Why it works

  • Fixed urban routes with predictable daily mileage.
  • Vehicles returning to a central depot each day.
  • Overnight or scheduled charging windows.
  • Operators pursuing lower operating costs and emissions.

Industry example:120 Electric Buses

Golden Arrow

Golden Arrow electric public bus

Cape Town’s first electric public bus fleet, now in live commercial operation and proof that large-scale public transport electrification can run reliably on scheduled urban routes, using a combination of on-site solar and off-peak charging to reduce operating costs.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

Regional Logistics

Regional logistics fleets operating between distribution centres on predictable routes are an increasingly strong fit for electrification. Fixed daily distances, centralised depots, and scheduled charging windows enable reliable operations while significantly reducing fuel and maintenance costs.

Why it works

  • Fixed depot-to-depot regional routes.
  • Predictable daily mileage within EV range.
  • Vehicles returning to a depot or logistics hub.
  • High annual mileage where operating cost savings compound.

Industry example:Electric Volvo FH Trucks

Vector Logistics

Vector Logistics electric Volvo FH cold-chain truck

South Africa’s first bumper-to-bumper net-zero cold-chain logistics operation, demonstrating how heavy-duty electric trucks can reliably serve regional distribution routes while reducing operating costs and emissions.

Shown as an example of commercial electric fleets in South Africa. Phoenix Energy was not involved.

How it works

Your journey to fleet electrification

A simple, transparent process — from first conversation to ongoing savings.

01

Fleet Assessment

Understand your fleet and identify the electrification opportunity.

Free
02

Business Case

Receive a detailed business case covering vehicles, charging infrastructure, renewable energy, financing and projected operating savings.

1-2 weeks
03

Delivery

We procure, install and commission your complete fleet electrification solution—from vehicles to charging and renewable energy.

Project delivery
04

Optimisation

We monitor fleet performance, optimise charging and energy costs, and provide ongoing reporting to maximise long-term savings.

Continuous

FAQ

Fleet electrification, answered.

Return-to-depot fleets typically deliver the strongest business case because charging can be planned around your operations and supported by the lowest-cost energy available, whether from on-site solar, battery storage, off-peak grid electricity or wheeled renewable energy. If your vehicles operate differently, we’ll assess your routes, charging opportunities and operating profile to determine whether electrification is commercially viable.

Electrify your fleet

Discover the most cost-effective path to fleet electrification.

We’ll assess your fleet, model the potential savings, and recommend the right vehicles, charging infrastructure, renewable energy strategy, and commercial model for your business.

Book a free fleet assessment