Installing a single EV charger is generally a straightforward thing to do. A single phase 7kW AC charger requires 32amp of capacity (best installed on a 40 amp breaker), and a three phase 22kW AC charger requires 32amp per phase. An EV charger may look like a small appliance, but it requires a significant draw […]
Author: Andrea Persico
Electric vehicle integration tips for your staff
As Fleet Managers, embracing and integrating EVs into the existing fleet is not just about vehicle replacement, but also about driving organisational change. Here we aim to guide Fleet Managers through the essential steps of staff training, ensuring a smooth transition to an EV-dominant fleet while aligning with the organisations net-zero objectives. As fleet managers, […]
NTC’s evaluation of electric buses
In September of this year, the National Transport commission released a report evaluating the implementation of zero emissions buses (ZEB) throughout Australian jurisdictions, with the purpose of sharing lessons learned in bus trials to date, and assessing regulation, funding opportunities and challenges that have presented themselves thus far. The comprehensive 52 page report is available […]
Electric vehicle charging plugs explained
As fleets move towards adoption of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), i’s important for fleet managers to have an understanding of the various plugs they will encounter on vehicles and on available charging hardware. As a first step, lets cover the difference between AC (alternating current) and DC (direct current) charging, and this involves covering some […]
Electric vehicle maintenance and servicing
Fleet Managers are increasingly finding themselves at the forefront of the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), with industry and company ESG directives, and government incentives, driving the change. As EVs become more prevalent in commercial fleets, it’s essential for fleet managers to understand the nuances of EV maintenance and servicing. Unlike traditional internal combustion engine […]
EV fleets and fire safety
Five parked cars were destroyed in a blaze at Sydney airport this month, which appears to have originated in the battery of an EV. Investigations are ongoing, but Superintendent Adam Dewberry from Fire and Rescue NSW noted that the battery had been removed from a damaged vehicle before the fire started. “If lithium batteries do […]
A fleet of EVs – what does it cost?
Managers of small and large corporate fleets should certainly be aware of the looming shift to electric vehicles (EV’s) by now, and it would benefit them to start planning their own transition as early as possible. Understanding the total cost of ownership (TCO) of EVs is both difficult to do, and crucial in making informed […]
Preparing Staff for Fleet Electric Vehicles
You’re a fleet or business manager who sees the need to electrify your business fleet, and you’re working through steps to prepare before hitting the order button on a series of exciting new cars. Wonderful. Before getting into how to best prepare your staff for Electric Vehicle (EV) use, let’s have a quick look at […]
EV transition a profitable opportunity for FMOs
When Fleet Partners released its Q1 results, it highlighted the positive impact on revenue that will come as customers transition their fleets to electric vehicles . The report indicates that despite certain adjustments in specific revenue streams, the overall effect is expected to be positive. While EVs typically have a higher purchase price, the financing […]
Home charging for fleet EVs
The adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in fleet management plays a crucial role in the transition to zero-emissions transportation. Many fleet vehicles are regularly or irregularly garaged at employee homes rather than on business premises. In fact, with the Fringe Benefit Tax exemption for EVs, it is precisely these vehicles which are most likely to […]
