Scottish trade business upgrades fleet with 78 electric vans

Home Fix Scotland aims to transition 20–25% of its van fleet to hybrid or fully electric models within five years

Home Fix Scotland (HFS), part of the River Clyde Homes (RCH) Group, has overhauled its entire light commercial vehicle (LCV) fleet in a major renewal programme delivered in partnership with sustainable mobility specialist Ayvens.

The project marks a significant step in HFS’s drive towards lower-emission operations, with a target to transition 20–25% of its van fleet to hybrid or fully electric models within five years. 

The organisation operates a 78-strong van fleet supporting housing repairs, maintenance, and construction activities across Scotland.

HFS turned to Ayvens to help reduce operating costs, minimise downtime, and build a robust roadmap towards more sustainable fleet operations in line with the company’s ‘Road to Zero’ strategy. 

Following a full fleet review and electric van appraisal by Ayvens, the partners developed a modernised multi-trade van specification to support HFS’s diverse operational teams.

As part of the project, Ayvens also led a complete redesign of the fleet’s livery, delivering a refreshed and more contemporary identity in collaboration with HFS’s internal brand team and livery partner Pulse. 

The new vehicles feature improved fuel efficiency, hybrid systems, enhanced racking and storage, advanced navigation technology, and the modernised branding. Based on annual usage of 15,000 miles, each upgraded LCV is expected to deliver around £500 in annual fuel savings, while also cutting emissions and improving day-to-day usability for frontline teams.