Key highlights of the latest Clean Fleet Transition Report include:

• Expanded electrification feasibility for on- and off-road vehicles: 86% of on-road vehicle types today are expected to have electric options within five years, and 61% within three years, a huge improvement from the projected 41% in 2022.
• More electric vehicle models in the market: The number of available electric models has expanded significantly since the initial Clean Fleet Transition Report in 2022, with 195 vehicle makes and models now highlighted in the Tier 1 segment. This increase is driven largely by established automakers rather than the startup sector.
• A new category of alternative fuel design – Extended Range Electric Vehicles: Extended range electric vehicles operate as fully electric vehicles with a small fuel engine to add electric range. These vehicles could play a major role in solving problems like towing, plowing, and emergency response for electric vehicles, as well as increasing range in general.
• Reinforcing the connection between clean and safe fleet design: Innovations such as intelligent speed assistance, high vision truck designs, regenerative braking, sideguards, and right-sizing improve both safety and fuel efficiency, helping address challenges such as increased vehicle weight.
• Exploring clean construction opportunities: In alignment with Mayoral Executive Order 23, the report outlines opportunities to electrify construction equipment, while identifying key challenges including power availability, charging access, and regulatory constraints.
• Forklifts as an approach to fleet sustainability: The city currently operates 700+ forklifts. In the last three years, it has increased electric adoption while also transitioning remaining purchases to diesel from gasoline to renewable diesel use.

The findings in the report build on recent milestones achieved by New York City fleet. Earlier this month, DCAS announced surpassing 1,000 electric vehicles assigned to law enforcement agencies, and that the NYC Department of Sanitation, NYC Parks and DCAS enforcement will fully electrify by 2030, five years ahead of the 2035 target established by Local Law 140. To date, the City of New York operates nearly 10,500 electrified units including 5,825 electric vehicles and 4,683 hybrid units. In addition, 11,695 fleet units use 100% renewable diesel, including law enforcement response trucks.

Pictured above: 1,000 electric vehicles announcement at the 2026 New York International Auto Show

 

Across New York City, agencies are working together to lead fleet electrification transition. In July 2025, DCAS released a report on its New York State-leading electric vehicle program, highlighting the effectiveness of electric batteries, which are 9 times more fuel efficient than gas engines. In November, DCAS took another big step in their electric vehicle program by installing over 400 fast electric vehicle chargers, the largest fast-charging network in New York State. There are now 415 fast chargers in operation with more planned. These advancements reflect the city’s ongoing efforts as a national leader in sustainable, safe, and efficient fleet operations, managing the largest electric vehicle fleet and charging networks in New York State. Moving forward, DCAS remains committed to transforming its fleet and creating a greener and safer New York City for all.

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About the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services 

The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) makes city government work for all New Yorkers. Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing city agencies with the resources and support needed to succeed, including:

• Recruiting, hiring, and training city employees.
• Managing 55 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing city property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for city agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the city’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.