Electrifying mobility for the logistics industry
17 Jul 20238 min read
Summary
- The logistics and supply chain industry is leading the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs), driven by efficiency gains, reduced emissions, and lower long-term costs. Advances in technology, infrastructure, and government incentives have accelerated EV adoption, especially in last mile delivery and urban mobility where two-wheeled electric vehicles (2WEVs) are increasingly dominant.
- EVs deliver compelling economic and operational benefits, from tenfold lower refueling costs to fewer moving parts and higher energy efficiency. They help businesses meet Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) targets while improving reliability, lowering capital and maintenance costs, and enhancing safety. However, challenges such as high upfront costs, limited charging infrastructure, and long recharge times still hinder faster adoption.
- Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia, is aggressively advancing EV adoption through tax incentives, the Low Carbon Mobility Blueprint 2021–2030, and growing infrastructure investment. Logistics players like DHL and Blueshark demonstrate the viability of electrified fleets and battery-swapping solutions that cut running costs and boost sustainability. The transition to EVs marks not only a cost-efficient move but a defining step toward a cleaner, smarter logistics ecosystem.
Human mobility is undergoing a revolution as the shift began in electrifying vehicles. At no point in history has there been a more pronounced shift towards cleaner propulsion of transportation since the proliferation of the internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles that produce carbon dioxide and causes pollution.
The logistics and supply chain industry are in many ways at the forefront of this sea of change. Said industry is ahead of the curve as more companies are now beginning to embrace electric vehicles(EVs). They lean towards improved operation efficiency of deliveries, reduced emissions, and economic benefits of green mobility.
Meanwhile, the fast-paced advancement of EV technology, construction of infrastructure, government subsidies, tax exemptions, and various economic factors have contributed considerably to EV adoption. In turn, there is an increase in the use of EVs for transporting goods for large and small-scale businesses alike.
Particularly for last mile delivery due to their efficacy and small carbon footprint. Whilst, two-wheeled electric vehicles (2WEVs) are invaluable for tight urban spaces. Also, 2WEVs support the explosion of the gig economy as a viable replacement for ICE bikes.
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