Electric vehicle (EV) training courses for small business van and car operators

Learn about and drive electric vans and cars that could save you money and provide operational benefits.

These free courses are open to small businesses* and the self-employed in England and consist of a two-hour training course delivered via Zoom, followed by the opportunity to test-drive several models of electric vans and cars.

The aim is to help drivers and decision makers improve their knowledge of EVs and to demonstrate the significant financial and operational benefits that these vehicles can bring.

Each training course, delivered by Energy Saving Trust EV experts, is limited to 12-15 people so the courses are interactive, with delegates encouraged to ask questions and discuss the issues. The courses cover:

  • What is driving the global surge in EV sales?
  • EV models currently available including their sizes, functionality and realistic driving ranges
  • Recharging: How, where and what does it cost?
  • EV purchase and running costs
  • How to drive EVs efficiently to maximise range

FAQs including:

  • Do EVs really save CO2?
  • Will the National Grid cope?
  • How long will lithium reserves last?
  • Do the batteries degrade?

Each Zoom training course has a geographical location so drivers can join a course dedicated to their town or city. This allows us to discuss local issues such as the extent of the charging infrastructure and it means we can deliver the test-driving element of the courses locally.

For more information or to reserve your free place, please email SMEtraining@est.org.uk

*The courses are available for the self-employed and for small or medium size enterprises, defined as any organisation with up to 250 employees and up to £50m annual turnover. If you have any questions, please email SMEtraining@est.org.uk