Fleet and Mobility Barometer 2026: Swiss Fleet Managers Are Focusing on E-Mobility and Used Vehicles

The Arval Mobility Observatory presents this year’s edition of the «Fleet and Mobility Barometer,» an annual global survey that serves as the industry benchmark for fleet and mobility trends. In Switzerland, 309 fleet managers were surveyed. The results paint a pragmatic yet clearly sustainability-focused picture of Swiss corporate fleets.

Stable fleets with growing interest in used vehicles

Swiss corporate fleets are characterized by stability: 92 % of the companies surveyed expect their fleets to remain stable or grow over the next three years. At the same time, used vehicles are gaining in importance. Already, 29 % of companies use used cars in their fleets—a figure that is still significantly below the European average of 41 %. However, 52 % of respondents are considering purchasing used vehicles over the next three years. Currently, large companies lead the way at 41 %, followed by small (31 %) and medium-sized companies (16 %).

When it comes to financing, purchasing a vehicle remains the most common method at 36 %, followed by finance leasing at 32 %. Full-service leasing remains stable at 27 %—a figure that corresponds to the European average of 28 %. An additional 17 % of Swiss companies plan to introduce this financing method or make greater use of it in 2026.

The picture is similar when it comes to telematics: 28 % of Swiss companies are already using connected monitoring systems to streamline processes and optimize expenses. However, only 15 % are actively using the data generated—one of the lowest figures in Europe. Still, another 39 % are considering making greater use of the data within the next three years.

Electrification Is Gaining Momentum—Charging Infrastructure Remains a Challenge

As part of the transition to a more sustainable energy mix, 54 % of the Swiss companies surveyed have already introduced at least one electrified technology—hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), or battery electric vehicle (BEV)—for passenger cars. This figure is close to the European average of 57 % and is likely to rise further: 27 % of companies are considering introducing such technologies in the next three years. Large companies are the driving force, with 64 %, while small and medium-sized companies stand at 50 and 51 %, respectively.

Hybrid vehicles remain the preferred technology: 28 % Swiss companies rely on HEVs, 21 % on PHEVs, and 18 % on BEVs. Electrification is proceeding much more slowly in the light commercial vehicle segment—only 4 % have introduced BEVs, which is slightly below the European average of 9 %. Another 13 % are considering introducing them within the next three years.

Respondents cited lower environmental impact (47 %), lower fuel costs (38 %), compliance with CSR guidelines (37 %), and reputational benefits (36 %). Nevertheless, the lack of charging infrastructure remains the biggest obstacle: 73 % of Swiss companies view this as a key challenge—a figure that exceeds the European average of 68 %.

Accordingly, companies are taking a structured approach to charging strategies: For 82 % of Swiss fleets, on-site charging is part of their current or future charging policy. 60 % already operate an on-site charging facility or are preparing to do so—an increase of 15 % compared to the previous year. Charging at home is the least common, at 20 %, although 85 % of the companies support their employees with wall boxes (58 %), reinforced outlets (40 %), or smart cables (14 %). In addition, 94 % offer financial support for home charging.

Mobility Solutions as a Strategic Advantage

Mobility solutions for employees have become firmly established in companies: 94 % of the Swiss companies surveyed have already introduced at least one mobility solution or plan to do so within the next three years—a figure that is in line with the European average. The most popular alternative to a company car is reimbursement for public transportation, which 37 % of the companies offer or plan to introduce.

The motivations are clear: 44 % companies cite CSR goals, while 41 % companies cite human resources strategy considerations such as talent acquisition, employee well-being, and support for hybrid work models. Mobility is thus increasingly viewed as a strategic advantage that combines operational, environmental, and human resources requirements.

A Willingness to Innovate Despite Economic Pressure

43 % of Swiss corporate fleets have set decarbonization goals or are currently evaluating them—in line with the European average. Swiss fleet managers cite the introduction of alternative energy technologies (29 %), compliance with ICE regulations (25 %), total cost of ownership (25 %), and longer vehicle delivery times (25 %). 47 % of respondents are open to innovative solutions for the further development of their fleets.

«The Fleet and Mobility Barometer 2026 clearly shows that Swiss companies are taking a level-headed and pragmatic approach when it comes to managing their corporate fleets. They are in an implementation-focused phase and are carefully balancing environmental goals, cost discipline, infrastructure constraints, and the need for smarter digital tools,» says Cyrill Bucher, a consultant at Arval Switzerland.

Source: www.arval.ch