The movement towards sustainability and green transport solutions is strengthening worldwide, making electric vehicles (EVs) common in fleets. Nevertheless, the process of shifting to EVs is accompanied by problems, particularly in the home recharging of EVs. 

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Evaluating Home Charging Infrastructure Needs for Fleet Vehicles

Before deploying EVs into their fleet, businesses must measure their domestic charging requirements. This assessment will also include knowledge of the electric capacity at the home of drivers, appropriate chargers for the EV models of the fleet, and possibly the need for modifications to the establishment to support fast charging.

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The Economics of Home Charging vs. Public Charging for Fleets

A major parameter to be set in the model for the transition to electric fleets is the cost difference between home charging and public charging. Public charging stations provide convenience, especially during long-distance travel, but the costs are usually higher than home charging. Fleets can greatly cut operational costs by investing in home charging facilities and utilizing lower electricity rates during off-peak hours through smart charging solutions.

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Implementing Smart Charging Solutions for Home-Based Fleet Vehicles

Smart charging solutions need to be implemented to address the energy constraints of simultaneously charging more than one EV at home. Such systems can optimize charging schedules considering electricity pricing and vehicle usage patterns; as a result, they prevent costs and reduce grid impact. 

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Guidelines for Fleet Drivers to Optimize Home Charging

To maximize the utilization of home charging, certain guidelines that need to be followed to make drivers benefit fully from this process should be set. Bluedot recommends placing the charger in a safe, convenient location and servicing the charging equipment regularly. It is also important that drivers charge their vehicles during off-peak hours, when the rates are low, and the charging capacity is aligned with their daily use, avoiding over-charging.

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Case Studies: Companies Successfully Managing Home Charging for Their Fleet

Many firms have recognized the tremendous benefits of integrating EVs into their fleet management and leveraging on-site charging solutions. They are working towards a greener planet and have considered a substantial shortfall in fuel and maintenance expenditures. By acting as such a model set of experiences for EVs for fleet use, these pilot projects also point out the feasibility and benefits of deploying EVs, provided that there has been good planning for home charging.

If you need a way to navigate the challenges of both home charging and charging while out, Bluedot is the answer. With the nation’s largest EV charging payment network coverage, you get unparalleled accessibility to charging points wherever you are.

With Bluedot for Fleets, track your home charging statistics, from kWh delivered to charging costs. For fleet managers, Bluedot makes it easy to access everything in one simple dashboard. If you are interested in learning more about how to simplify reimbursement with IRS compliant receipts for your drivers, connect with us at partnerships@thebluedot.co.