EV Fleet Charging Behaviours: save money with Public Charging
This blog at a glance: Managing fleet driver charging behaviours
There's so many plates to juggle when running a fleet, let alone when facing fleet electrification. With the new world of EV charging for fleets, how can managers stay on top of things?
Education: helping drivers feel confident in how to charge, and the simplest way to charge.
Motivating good charging behaviour: Persuading drivers to care about charging practices when it has not added cost to them is tricky. Showing it's in their best interests for the fleet and for their van is important.
Trusting the data: Using a clear data source for all your EV costs, will help keep track of all the ways your drivers are charging when on the go - and let's you do something about it!
Let’s get into it 👇
Public charging for fleets is non-negotiable for fleets on the go. Home charging may be the best option for keeping your fleet charging costs down for the majority of charging, but for fleets out on longer journeys, it’s not always enough. For drivers without access to home charging tech, they’ll also rely on the public network on a daily basis. Although it seems like a headache for fleet managers, it doesn’t have to be.
With a charging network you can trust, and the data to prove it, Octopus Fleet offers a full solution for your fleet’s public charging needs.
Once you have access to the charging solution for your fleet, what’s next? With the new world of electric transport beginning, many drivers are facing a myriad of changes. Education is key to building good habits and trust with your fleet - future-proofing your fleet logistics at the start.
For systems where the fleet management pays for all charging, it’s tough to persuade drivers why they should care about where and how they charge.
Driver advice
With all the changes involved in fleet electrification, it's hard to get lost with all the moving parts. Hear from our Commercial Director Rachel Beaton on People or Tech first in the EV transition.
We want to prevent fleet manager burnout, and part of that is removing the headache of public charging. By setting your drivers up well, you can leave them too their charging and focus on all the other decisions needed on a daily basis.
Here’s some top tips for the best EV charging habits for your fleet drivers:
How to support driver charging behaviour
What to do if you flag strange charging?
Check:
Was it for a one-off business reason
Has the driver left a note on their charge
Is it the first time they’ve had a rogue charge
At Octopus Fleet, we offer driver support with guides and incentives to practice good charging behaviours: for the EVs, and the fleet itself.
How to incentivise drivers to use good charging habits?
Education: helping your drivers know what's best for them, and for their vehicle.
Discounts: Certain CPOs offer specific discounts and offers to the drivers, such as a free hot drink with every charge! Check out our CPO subscriptions for fleets blog to see what works for your fleet.
Competitions: Friendly competitions within your teams are a great way to motivate your fleet drivers to charge better - whilst boosting team moral during the EV fleet transition.
Frequently asked questions
How can I help my drivers save money on their public charging costs
Surprisingly, it’s not the technology! While things like range and charging infrastructure used to keep fleet managers up at night, the tech is officially mature and ready. Today, the biggest hurdle is change management. If you don't engage your drivers, finance team, and operations crew from day one, getting them on board later is an uphill battle. Winning "hearts and minds" early is the real secret to a smooth rollout.
How can I help my drivers save money on their public charging costs
Surprisingly, it’s not the technology! While things like range and charging infrastructure used to keep fleet managers up at night, the tech is officially mature and ready. Today, the biggest hurdle is change management. If you don't engage your drivers, finance team, and operations crew from day one, getting them on board later is an uphill battle. Winning "hearts and minds" early is the real secret to a smooth rollout.
How can I help my drivers save money on their public charging costs
Surprisingly, it’s not the technology! While things like range and charging infrastructure used to keep fleet managers up at night, the tech is officially mature and ready. Today, the biggest hurdle is change management. If you don't engage your drivers, finance team, and operations crew from day one, getting them on board later is an uphill battle. Winning "hearts and minds" early is the real secret to a smooth rollout.
How can I help my drivers save money on their public charging costs
Surprisingly, it’s not the technology! While things like range and charging infrastructure used to keep fleet managers up at night, the tech is officially mature and ready. Today, the biggest hurdle is change management. If you don't engage your drivers, finance team, and operations crew from day one, getting them on board later is an uphill battle. Winning "hearts and minds" early is the real secret to a smooth rollout.
How can I help my drivers save money on their public charging costs
Surprisingly, it’s not the technology! While things like range and charging infrastructure used to keep fleet managers up at night, the tech is officially mature and ready. Today, the biggest hurdle is change management. If you don't engage your drivers, finance team, and operations crew from day one, getting them on board later is an uphill battle. Winning "hearts and minds" early is the real secret to a smooth rollout.