VW ID Buzz Cargo joins Wates Group's fleet

Wates Property Services, part of Wates Group, has taken delivery of 30 electric VW ID Buzz Cargo vans.

The new vehicles will join the company's expanding electric vehicle (EV) fleet.

They will be used to support the company’s social housing business to deliver repairs, planned maintenance and net zero carbon retrofitting to homes across the country.

David Morgan, executive managing director of Wates Property Services, said: “Since 2021, we have introduced 55 fully electric vehicles, replacing some of our older diesel vans. Our latest investment into electrifying our fleet highlights our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint in our operations and the work we do on behalf of our customers to support a thriving planet.”

Joining the new ID Buzz vans are 30 VW Transporters, which will be used in applications where a greater payload is required.

The ID Buzz Cargo has an electric range of up to 254 miles.

Craig Cavanagh, national fleet manager at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: “Wates Property Services selected our ID. Buzz Cargo and Transporter panel van due to their outstanding abilities as a work tool, paired with great comfort and flexibility for the drivers as they support their network of properties. We’re confident that the vehicles will exceed the expectations of the finance team, with low-running costs making it the perfect partner for the whole business.”