In Electrada Quick Charge Episode 7, we delve into the critical topic of avoiding over-investment in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, a common and costly challenge for fleets transitioning to EVs. This episode explores the seven prevalent missteps that fleet operators often make, particularly when driven by concerns about vehicle range, charge speed, and ensuring vehicles are properly charged after shifts. These concerns, though valid, can easily lead to overcompensation and, consequently, over-investment in unnecessary infrastructure.
The episode emphasizes that avoiding over-investment begins with recognizing and steering clear of these pitfalls, which include over-planning and overspending on unsuitable charging solutions, mismatched charging schedules, excessive infrastructure, and the underutilization of solar and battery storage systems. Additionally, challenges like overloaded electrical panels, inappropriate software selection, and overlooked interoperability issues can further complicate the process, leading to inefficiencies and excess costs.
A key takeaway from this episode is the importance of balancing current charging needs with the need to future-proof your infrastructure. However, this balance is delicate and requires careful planning, particularly when operating across different rate territories with varying electrical demands. Key considerations for medium-duty EV fleets include understanding battery capacity, battery chemistry, EVSE communication capabilities, voltage requirements, charging speed, and state-of-charge needs.
Electrada offers a complete electric fuel solution through 360 Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS), designed to help fleets avoid the over-investment trap. This fully-capitalized, scalable, and reliable electric fuel solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of each fleet. It guarantees 99% uptime and reduces fleet fuel cost per mile from day one, offering a low-risk and efficient path to fleet electrification. Fleets are encouraged to reach out to Electrada to discuss their unique needs and begin their journey toward a sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective electric future, all while successfully avoiding over-investment.
