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How Carshare EV Charging Adds Value to Modern Developments

How Carshare EV Charging Adds Value to Modern Developments

REITs, developers, property owners, and municipalities have everything to gain by installing charging stations for carshare electric vehicles, from introducing a new stream of revenue to making life better in the community. In many jurisdictions, dedicated carshare stalls are already expected in new developments, with some municipalities tying permits to the inclusion of carshare parking. Shared EVs and chargers not only help meet the growing demand for sustainable alternatives to vehicle...

EV ChargeON 2025: Ontario Reopens Funding for Public EV Charging

EV ChargeON 2025: Ontario Reopens Funding for Public EV Charging

Ontario businesses, municipalities, and community organizations can now apply for renewed funding through the EV ChargeON Program, which has officially reopened. Now administered by the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) on behalf of the Ministry of Transportation, ChargeON provides post-construction rebates covering 25% to 75% of eligible project costs to support the installation of public EV charging stations across the province. The program’s goal is to expand Ontario’s public...

Case Study: Why Premium Hospitality Needs EV Charging

Case Study: Why Premium Hospitality Needs EV Charging

Premium hospitality is evolving as members clubs, golf resorts, and other premium hospitality destinations turn to electric vehicle charging to enhance members’ satisfaction. More than just a membership benefit, EV charging is a meaningful amenity that aligns with evolving lifestyles, creates a new revenue stream, and makes the most of members’ time by integrating charging into their club routine. A leading Canadian country club with Level 2 Hypercharge charging stations perfectly illustrates...

Should You Offer Free EV Charging?

Should You Offer Free EV Charging?

Every EV charging deployment poses the question: do you want your users to pay to plug in? For many electric vehicle site owners and operators, charging fees are an essential part of their business model. But there are strategic advantages to offering free EV charging, as well as broader considerations, such as customer experience and sustainability commitments. In this post, we’ll break down the case for both free and paid charging and explore a flexible third option that can be adapted to...

EV Charging Success: Lexington Court by Kelson Group

EV Charging Success: Lexington Court by Kelson Group

Organization: Kelson Group Industry: Property Management Description: Kelson Group operates a diverse portfolio of more than 70 residential and commercial real estate properties across British Columbia and Alberta.The BackstoryFor 50 years, Kelson Group has been helping the tenants of their residential apartment buildings across Western Canada live better. That includes investing in electric vehicle chargers for tenants who own EVs or plan to in the future. “There are three main reasons why...

Meeting the Rising Demand for Workplace EV Charging

Meeting the Rising Demand for Workplace EV Charging

Workplaces have quickly become the second-most common location for electric vehicle (EV) charging, behind home charging. As EV adoption accelerates, charging at work is an increasingly important amenity, one that improves employee satisfaction, supports recruitment and retention, and encourages more people to go electric. A recent Plug In America survey found that 72% of employees without EV-related workplace incentives are keen to have them, with 98% of respondents expressing interest in...

EvoCharge Alternative for Commercial & Multi-Family Properties

EvoCharge Alternative for Commercial & Multi-Family Properties

EvoCharge has announced it will permanently close its electric vehicle charging business, with its network scheduled to sunset at the end of October 2025. Commercial and multi-family properties using EvoCharge equipment are now facing a critical decision on how to maintain smart charging operations. At Hypercharge, we’re here to ensure your transition is seamless. Because EvoCharge stations are built on OCPP – the same open standard we use – your chargers can be onboarded to the Hypercharge...

Data Shows Installing EV Chargers in Apartment and Condo Buildings Drives Demand

Data Shows Installing EV Chargers in Apartment and Condo Buildings Drives Demand

Property owners and managers have ever-growing incentives to equip their multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) like apartment and condo buildings with electric vehicle charging stations. EV chargers attract and retain quality tenants and meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. They also enhance property values, generate thousands of dollars in direct revenue, and futureproof a property or portfolio for a fully clean economy. At Hypercharge, we’ve partnered with properties to...

Rideshare EV Charging Insights: Data-Driven Trends as Drivers Electrify

Rideshare EV Charging Insights: Data-Driven Trends as Drivers Electrify

Rideshare companies have been taking concrete steps to add electric vehicles to their platform, increasing the demand for public EV charging globally. The world’s largest rideshare platform, Uber, has set a particularly ambitious goal: by 2030, 100% of Uber rides in Canada, Europe, and the United States will be in zero-emission vehicles. Lyft, another prominent rideshare service, offers incentives to encourage EV adoption and back-end tools designed to reduce range anxiety. A reliable EV...