London Ambulance Service is using a fleet of Ford E-Transit electric ambulances to support its switch to EVs for front-line roles.

The electric ambulances have delivered a fuel cost saving of almost 75% compared with diesel vehicles

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.”