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With electric vehicles (EVs) quickly expanding across the market, it’s important for fleet operators to know the ins and outs of EV fleet management systems and fleet electrification. Many organizations are committing to sustainability and carbon emissions reduction by converting to EVs. Particularly because EVs have shown to be 3-5 times cheaper per mile than driving a gas-powered vehicle<\/strong>. But there are some serious challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From transitioning to EV fleets to operating and maintaining them, we’ve compiled an essential guide for EV fleet management. Here are a few pieces of knowledge you as a fleet manager should consider when making this transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Challenges of EV Fleet Management and Fleet Electrification<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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While electric vehicles are making their way into the fleet industry and are leading fleet managers to sustainability, they still pose some challenges to managers and drivers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Range and Charging Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest challenges for fleet electrification and the fleet management industry as a whole is overcoming range anxiety and charging investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing how far you can go before needing to charge your EV can be tricky, given that numerous factors affect driving range such as temperature, wind resistance, and weight. On top of that, planning driving routes \u2013 to and from work, local deliveries for businesses, or long trips \u2013 is not as simple as with an ICE vehicle. Diesel and gas pumps are far more common than electric charging stations (for now).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the beginning of EV adoption, fleet managers must dedicate time to planning efficient routes<\/a> around charging station locations. If fleet vehicles are parked overnight, that\u2019s the ideal time to recharge. For vehicles that have little downtime, fleet drivers should consider alternating EVs so each can take a charging break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regulations, Permits, and More Red Tape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Installing a charging station means going through local government permits and utility providers. This takes time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charger Locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

EV chargers remain largely inaccessible in rural areas<\/a>, suburbs, and even along highways. Most chargers are in high-density or city areas. This can increase range anxiety for drivers who have to make long-haul trips across different terrains and state lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, planning efficient routes can be more difficult when compared to an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Short Supply of Electric Trucks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While many electric cars from brands such as Tesla are readily available, the same cannot be said for commercial vehicles or electric trucks just yet. This can limit some fleets depending on the specific vehicles they need for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the market for electric trucks has expanded, it\u2019s still difficult for fleets to obtain them. There is a high demand from companies looking to go green and the industry is still recovering from parts shortages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevertheless, the industry is slowly making the turn. UPS placed an order for 10,000 electric delivery vehicles<\/a>. Amazon too ordered an estimated 100,000 vehicles<\/a> from Rivian<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FedEx<\/a> even pledged to replace 100% of its pickup and delivery fleet with EVs by 2040<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For commercial vehicles traveling shorter distances, this makes a lot more sense. But for long-haul truckers, charging infrastructure and electric truck availability are still issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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High Upfront Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that EVs are more expensive than ICE vehicles due to their battery technology. As of 2022, the cost of an EV is around $56,437, which is about $5,000<\/a> more than the average price of an entry-level, luxury, ICE vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As EV technology improves, these vehicles will become more affordable. For now, though, their high upfront price makes them inaccessible to many smaller logistics companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only can this prevent them from transitioning to electrification, but it also creates barriers for many companies looking to go green on a budget. Keep in mind however, that there are numerous tax write-offs for going with an EV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Load Capacity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some e-trucks<\/em> are currently incapable of carrying the same load size as their ICE counterparts because of the size of their batteries. This could result in having to dispatch two trips for the same load a diesel truck could take in one. However, lawmakers are adjusting for this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, Tesla\u2019s new Semi is rated for towing up to 82,000 pounds<\/a>. 2,000 pounds more than legally allowed for ICEs. All because lawmakers stepped in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfamiliarity <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps an overlooked aspect of EV fleets is how new they are. This can make it harder to adopt due to fleet managers\u2019 hesitancy over whether or not they will benefit their team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like with any new technology, switching over to EVs will come with some initial disruption and cause organizational challenges. Fleet managers will have to approach route planning and maintenance schedules differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some ways to prepare for fleet electrification:<\/p>\n\n\n\n