Audi UK is once again proving its commitment to be the leading provider of sustainable mobility, this time by receiving the Electric Vehicle (EVA) accreditation. This is the first car manufacturer in the UK to receive such accreditation for 100% of its entire network of 113 centres, despite having one of the largest retail networks in the UK.
Audi’s achievement is a reflection of the company being at the forefront of electric car development, and the EVA accreditation is a clear demonstration of electric vehicle knowledge across all sectors of the automotive retail market.
The EVA accreditation was developed by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), approved by the Government’s Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) and independently verified by the Energy Saving Trust. The EVA was launched in 2019 to encourage retailers to increase their expertise in the electric vehicle sector and support consumer confidence as the market moves towards electric cars.
The EVA standards ensure that customers will experience a friendly environment centered around EV culture, impartial assistance in making the transition to an EV, exceptional levels of product knowledge, EV-trained and accredited technicians, on-site chargers, EV replacement cars and more.
Andrew Doyle, Director of Audi UK, commented: “Audi has a clear and unwavering commitment to electric vehicles – from 2026 every new model we launch will be fully electric. It is therefore essential that our expertise and knowledge is applied throughout the company and visible to everyone, especially our customers.”
“Being the first manufacturer in the UK to achieve 100 per cent network EVA accreditation is a testament to our first-class teams across our dealer network and at Audi UK. We are responding to rapid customer interest in our electric vehicles by equipping our company and staff with the tools and training they need to provide our customers with a seamless and confidence-inspiring experience as we transition to an all-electric future. speed up.”
Each Audi Center is independently audited by the Energy Saving Trust as part of the EVA accreditation to ensure they meet a range of requirements related to electric vehicle sales and after sales. These include procedures for qualified customers, education and training of staff, EV demonstration and handover procedures, and the presence of EV service stations and charging stations on site.
Audi UK sold 9,781 electric vehicles in the first ten months of 2022, an increase of 12.6% compared to the same period last year. The e-tron SUV and e-tron Sportback, the e-tron GT and high-performance RS e-tron GT, as well as the steadily rising Q4 e-tron SUV and Q4 Sportback e-tron, are all currently available as fully electric vehicles . Audi also welcomes the new Q8 etron family in Audi Centers in March 2023. Audi will add at least 20 fully electric vehicles to its range over the next three years.
Commenting on Audi’s success, Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which launched the EVA program, said: “Audi achieving 100 per cent EVA accreditation across its UK network is an incredible achievement and another major milestone for the EVA program itself from the NFDA.The financial investment and commitment to achieving this underlines the importance Audi places on decarbonising transport in the UK and its expertise in the EV retail sector We are thrilled to now call one of the most recognizable automakers 100 percent Electric Vehicle Approved.”
“The rapid growth of the program means that consumers wishing to make the switch to electric can do so at an increasing number of EVA locations, benefiting from knowledgeable sales staff, a better choice of EV models and improved EV facilities and charging points . This will all help improve consumer confidence and drive adoption of electric vehicles. We hope that Audi will be the first of many to achieve 100 per cent accreditation as the program gains momentum and extends dealer coverage across the UK. ”
Audi has stepped up its game when it comes to electric mobility, with every new model after 2026 being fully electric. The new EVA accreditation also demonstrates Audi’s commitment to the EV market and acceptance of EVs. The EVA is a great program for manufacturers like Audi that can highlight the strengths and weaknesses of dealerships in the UK while contributing to a great experience for potential EV buyers across all segments of shopping for a new EV.
Source: Audi
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