Micro-mobility isn’t just a trend, it’s a competitive advantage - if you get it right!

For decades, fleet managers have perfected the art of running vans. The playbook is clear:

 

• You know exactly which dealers and leasing companies to call.

• Service intervals, warranties (2 years+/60,000+ miles), running costs, insurance, and road tax are routine.

• Drivers, depot teams, and loading processes are second nature.

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Switching from a Mercedes Sprinter to a Ford Transit? Easy, you know the drill.

But introduce micro-mobility for example, cargobikes and the game changes. Even experienced fleet managers are pushed outside their comfort zone. It feels unfamiliar. And change is hard.

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Suddenly, new questions arise:

 

• What about battery range and can batteries be swapped out?

• How and where do we charge them? What will insurance underwriters think about this?

• What if a cargo bike breaks down, can it be fixed roadside, and by whom?

• How do we recover it after a major fault, or an RTA?

• Do we outsource maintenance or build the expertise in-house?

• How do we integrate small, lightweight vehicles into route optimisation systems?

• What adjustments are needed for loading processes?

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And it doesn’t stop with the fleet team. Other departments need answers too:

 

• HR & Recruitment: Can we transition our van drivers? How do we train van drivers to ride safely? Who designs the training programme? How do we recruit bike riders? What does a rider interview look like? How do we test for competency?

• Finance: What’s the true Total Cost of Ownership? CAPEX? OPEX?

• What are the productivity gains and how do we benchmark them?

• Risk & Insurance: How do we insure a new vehicle type?

• Operations: If we transport hot, chilled or frozen goods, how do we maintain temperature control? And what’s the certification process?

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All these questions are valid and with the right approach, all can be answered.

Adopting cargobikes isn’t as simple as swapping vans, it requires detailed advanced planning.

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That’s where RELM Logistics comes in. Our team will help you evaluate, integrate and deploy the right micro-mobility solution that’s reliable, scalable, and delivers a return on investment.

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Avoid wasted time and hidden costs.

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Ensure micro-mobility delivers the results your business needs and your team expects.

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Micro-mobility isn’t just a trend, it’s a competitive advantage - if you get it right.

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Let’s bridge the gap together

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Let's discuss how you can leverage micro-mobility within your operation.

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Author:
David Cockrell