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End of the road for diesel forklifts?

From 1st April, you will no longer be allowed to use reduced-duty Red Diesel in a forklift unless it’s used for agriculture, horticulture, fish farming or forestry. You’ll also need to drain and flush any on-site diesel tanks. For many, the end of Red Diesel implies it is the end for Diesel Forklifts altogether. But there is no need to panic, Jofson can provide plenty of alternatives.

In short, it’s the end of the road for red diesel and maybe diesel forklifts… but not for flexible, reliable and game-changing performance.

Meet the remarkable new Mitsubishi EDiA electric counterbalance truck. It does everything a diesel can do – only better (and much, much cheaper).

Based on industry-standard tests, over a typical 5 year contract, switching from a 2.5 tonne diesel to the electric EDiA could save you £16,000. 

 
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Capacities from 1.4 – 5.5 Tonnes.

But that’s not all. Here’s what only the Mitsubishi EDiA delivers:

  • Electric Diff-Lock for extra traction on hostile ground conditions, indoors or outside
  • Intelligent Cornering automatically adjusts speed for smoother, safer turning
  • Four-wheel steering for maximum grip and unrivalled manoeuvrability
  • Ultra-compact with best-in-class turning circle – increasing your storage density
  • Car comfort cabin with rubber-mount suspension for smooth, ultra-quiet ride and exceptional 360 degree visibility

Adaptive Lift Control/Passive Sway Control ensure smooth, jolt-free operations regardless of load weight or lift/lower speed

Importantly, maintenance-free lithium-ion batteries mean non-stop performance with no battery changes, no topping up and no maintenance, just rapid charging during breaks. It’s even easier than taking a diesel to the pump! If you know that you operate with diesel forklifts but are looking to break up your fleet – consider Jofson to help you with all your needs. 

For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/reform-of-red-diesel-entitlements/reform-of-red-diesel-and-other-rebated-fuels-entitlement

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