In the world of electric vehicles (EVs), charging is often divided into two categories: overnight charging and long trips. For most personal EV owners, this is enough. However, when it comes to corporate and mixed-fuel fleets, it gets more complex.
Some company vehicles stay on-site, some go home with employees, and others are shared between shifts. Also, the variety of EVs needed, including heavy-duty trucks and police vehicles, adds another layer of complexity. ChargePoint, a leading EV charging network, has developed fleet-focused software solutions to address these challenges.
Their comprehensive fleet platform offers three core software solutions: charging station management, vehicle telematics, and mobility services. These solutions provide fleet managers with end-to-end capabilities, enhancing monitoring, lowering the total cost of fleet ownership, and simplifying the transition to electric mobility.
ChargePoint’s fleet management suite can:
- Automate charging schedules, optimizing EV charging rates.
- Optimize routes for improved efficiency.
- Track and provide insights for each fleet location.
- Enhance visibility on a site level.
- Track metrics for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives.
- Provide real-time alerts for charging station uptime.
- Advance energy management tools to maximize EV fuel savings.
ChargePoint’s software seamlessly integrates with existing fleet tools, such as telematics and maintenance systems. This integration allows fleet operators to access all data in one place, offering insights into battery health, state of charge, and overall fleet performance.
The software is not limited to the fleet’s yard or driver’s garages; it can follow vehicles and drivers across continents through seamless mobile integration. This ensures that drivers have access to over 750,000 charging ports and payment options. For take-home fleets, it simplifies the reimbursement of at-home electricity costs.
ChargePoint’s fleet management solutions demonstrate that the benefits of an EV or mixed-fuel fleet extend beyond fuel and maintenance cost savings. They streamline fleet operations, making the transition to sustainable mobility more straightforward and cost-effective.
ChargePoint’s focus on fleet management emphasizes the potential advantages of adopting electric vehicles, especially when it comes to the practicalities of fleet management. It’s not just about what you won’t lose; it’s about what you can gain.
