The AA launches “Yellow Paper” to pledge its support for SMEs on the UK’s roads

Our partner The AA, provider of Chamber Roadside Assistance, has further pledged support to SMEs with the launch of a new yellow paper ‘Keeping the UK’s SMEs on the Road’.

As the UK moves closer to switching to electric vehicle (EV) fleets, the AA is committed to ensuring smaller businesses are not overlooked as they navigate the journey.

The UK’s almost six million SMEs have had a challenging 12 months, with preparations for Brexit and the impact of COVID-19.

Although refreshing the SME fleet mix may not have seemed business critical, the journey to zero emission road transport for new cars and vans in 2030 – the government’s deadline for electrification – is picking up pace. Backed up by calls from the likes of the British Chambers of Commerce, the right support will help SMEs embrace opportunities and get ahead of the EV curve.

Luke Flinders, head of affinity partnerships, British Chambers of Commerce, said: “We warmly welcome this pledge of support for SMEs from the AA. Businesses have been busy adapting since the events of 2020 and early 2021 but it is hugely important smaller organisations aren’t overlooked. SMEs need clear advice and trusted partners in order to be able maximise the opportunities ahead.”