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This is a vehicle that runs on battery power alone, through an electric motor. This means there is no internal combustion engine or fuel tank. Instead, you charge the battery using a plug-in point, which can be as simple as a standard 120-volt outlet (commonly found in homes) or a fitted home charger, specifically designed to charge your vehicle.

Being fully electric, BEVs produce zero emissions. So, they’re perfect for meeting fast-approaching sustainability targets and deadlines. BEVs also tend to have bigger batteries than other vehicles.

Ian is the Chief Sales Officer for Alphabet (GB) and is a member of the leadership team.

He has an impressive track record in sales, marketing, and product development that spans over 35 years. His wealth of experience is helping to shape Alphabet’s go-to-market strategy and growth aspirations, while retaining the essential customer-centric approach.

Prior to joining Alphabet in May 2024, Ian was on the board of directors for ALD Automotive for 10 years, during which he held the roles of Sales and Marketing Director, Sales Director, and Corporate Sales Director. He also has experience leading strategic relationships with manufacturers and sponsoring aspects of a major business transformation following a large-scale acquisition in 2023.

Ian Turner, Chief Sales Officer
Alphabet (GB) Limited

When it comes to electric driving distances, it can be difficult to calculate the figures. And this can often cause charging anxiety. But understanding the difference between the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) and real-world range will help you get the most miles out of your EV fleet.

WLTP-certified range is a measure which all EVs in Europe are tested against. This procedure measures the range of a vehicle travelling at an average speed of 28.8mph in summer from a 100% to 0% state of charge. This helps you compare different EV makes and models, in terms of fuel consumption as well as emissions. The EVs with the highest WLTP range will go the furthest.

Conditions, of course, can vary. Weather, road conditions, weight and driving behaviour all impact results, so WLTP ranges will always be slightly at odds with real-world range, but it’s useful as a like-for-like comparison. In general, an EV can achieve between 80% and 90% of its quoted WLTP range figure when used in the real world. So, keep this in mind when exploring electric options for your fleet. And to get the most miles out of your batteries, encourage drivers to make small changes, like travelling light, coasting to a stop and ensuring smooth driving with less acceleration and deceleration.

Ian is the Chief Sales Officer for Alphabet (GB) and is a member of the leadership team.

He has an impressive track record in sales, marketing, and product development that spans over 35 years. His wealth of experience is helping to shape Alphabet’s go-to-market strategy and growth aspirations, while retaining the essential customer-centric approach.

Prior to joining Alphabet in May 2024, Ian was on the board of directors for ALD Automotive for 10 years, during which he held the roles of Sales and Marketing Director, Sales Director, and Corporate Sales Director. He also has experience leading strategic relationships with manufacturers and sponsoring aspects of a major business transformation following a large-scale acquisition in 2023.

Ian Turner, Chief Sales Officer
Alphabet (GB) Limited

Mike is the Chief Executive Officer at BMW Group Financial Services in the UK.

Mike is responsible for the strategic and business leadership across the Group’s B2C and B2B financial services division, encompassing BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, Alphabet, and Alphera. His priorities include the continual enhancement of the customer experience, securing loyalty for customers and partners, and building long-term profitable growth.

Mike joined the BMW Group in 1999 as Head of Accounting for BMW Financial Services (GB) after qualifying as a chartered accountant and having spent nine years with PwC. He then spent some time working as the Head of Accounting, Reporting and Controlling for BMW Bank in Munich, before returning to the UK in 2004 as Head of Finance for BMW (UK).

He has also held other c-suite international roles across the BMW Group, which have included Chief Financial Officer of BMW Financial Services in South Africa, Chief Executive Officer of BMW Financial Services in Belgium, and Chief Executive Officer for BMW Financial Services’ Northern Europe region. 

Mike is a car and motorcycle enthusiast, who believes in building a sustainable future for the automotive industry.

Mike Dennett, Chief Executive Officer
Alphabet (GB) Limited