A Fiat E-Scudo van has set a Guiness World Record by travelling 311 miles on a single charge.

The unmodified vehicle, equipped with a 75kWh battery, achieved 4.5mi/kWh on its circular route across Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Webfleet-sponsored drivers Kevin Booker, Sam Clarke and Fergal McGrath piloted the van, which was fitted with Bridgestone Duravis tyres.

The journey took 13 hours and nine minutes and was independently adjudicated by The AA.

Damien Dally, managing director of Fiat UK, said: “We are delighted that the Fiat E-Scudo has registered its first ever Guiness World Record title, and an impressive one at that as the furthest distance ever travelled by a van on a single charge.

“E-Scudo already has a range of 205 miles, which is perfect for businesses wanting to make the switch to electric, and this shows when driven efficiently just how much further the van can go beyond its WLTP range.”

The Fiat E-Scudo is the latest van to launch on the Stellantis medium van platform. It's closely related to the Citroen Dispatch, Peugeot Expert, Toyota Proace and Vauxhall Vivaro.

Beverley Wise, Webfleet regional director for Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, added: “This remarkable achievement is testimony to the determination and technological ingenuity of all those involved.

“The record demonstrates not only the capabilities of electric vans and advanced Bridgestone tyre technology for businesses and urban mobility, but also the impact that drivers can have on electric vehicle (EV) energy consumption.”

McGrath and Booker both hold held previous records for petrol and diesel fuel economy and energy consumption in an electric car. They have now amassed six and four driving related Guinness World Records titles respectively, while Clarke has now successfully completed his first.

McGrath said: “The reduction of carbon emissions and improvement of air quality are among the highest priorities for governments all over the world, especially in cities where air pollution is the worst.

“We are seeing the recent expansion of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), for example, from 23rd August 2023. Trucks and vans are predominantly powered by diesel and so it is important that the transition to pure electric with zero tailpipe emissions is as smooth as possible.

“By achieving this title, we are hoping to demonstrate that pure electric commercial vehicles can meet and exceed customer requirements in the real-world, especially in large towns and cities.”