London Ambulance Service is using a fleet of Ford E-Transit electric ambulances to support its switch to EVs for front-line roles.
The emergency vehicles, engineered with support from the Ford Pro Special Vehicles team, went live last year and are working around the clock to provide the same front-line response service as diesel-powered models – but, importantly, with zero emissions while driving.
Not only are the new electric ambulances supporting the service’s Carbon Neutral Plan, which targets net zero direct emissions by 2040, but they’ve also delivered a fuel cost saving of almost 75% when compared with diesel-powered equivalents.
Despite a hectic workload – as shown in this film – delivering life-saving equipment and expertise in one of Europe’s busiest cities – the vehicles have fitted in well with daily fleet life.
Himnah Kibuka, London Ambulance Service paramedic, said: “I don’t think we’ve ever gone below 50% of battery, and that’s on a 12-hour shift.”
Mandy Dean, director, commercial vehicles at Ford of Britain and Ireland, said: “It’s rewarding to see London Ambulance Service recognise the capability of E-Transit electric ambulances and help prove that the driving range and versatility of electric vehicles means they can serve even in front-line emergency roles.
“We’re proud to strengthen our relationship with London Ambulance Service and use Ford Pro’s expertise in electric vehicles to support their life-saving work.”
