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EV Charging 101: Plugs and Protocols

EV Charging 101: Plugs and Protocols

A successful electric vehicle charging session is a simple one, completed in just a few easy steps. Achieving that simplicity, however, takes a complex interplay of hardware, software, and communication systems that work together seamlessly to create a frictionless experience. For new EV and charging station owners, learning about the relationships between of all these components can feel overwhelming. In this primer, we break down two essential building blocks: the physical connections...

How to Convince a Condo Board, Landlord, or HOA to Install EV Charging

How to Convince a Condo Board, Landlord, or HOA to Install EV Charging

Wondering how to get your condo board, landlord, or home owners’ association on board with electric vehicle charging? In this post we break down where to start, how we can help, and what you’ll need to build a winning proposal.Building Your CaseA compelling pitch starts with a clear understanding of the many benefits that EV charging brings to a multi-unit residential building and its residents. These include:   Meeting residents’ current and future charging needs Improving property...

How Fuel Efficient are EVs: Cost per Distance to Drive Electric

How Fuel Efficient are EVs: Cost per Distance to Drive Electric

How much could you save by going electric? We’ve looked at how dramatically electric vehicles can slash maintenance costs compared to gas-powered equivalents and how much less you could spend on fuel each year by making the switch. Now, we’re zooming in on another important metric: the cost of charging per kilometre or per mile.The Importance of Understanding Cost per DistanceUnderstanding per-kilometre or per-mile costs can help you budget more accurately for fuel and gain a clearer picture...

EV Charging Cost vs Gas: How Much You Can Save Each Year

EV Charging Cost vs Gas: How Much You Can Save Each Year

In a previous post, we looked at the significantly more affordable maintenance costs for electric vehicles, which are about 40% lower compared to gas or diesel models. But the savings don’t stop there. Switching to an EV can also cut your fuel costs dramatically. Statistics Canada reports that the average household spends about $2,600 annually on gasoline and other fuels, while the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) estimates that EV drivers spend only a few hundred dollars per year...

Case Study: Condo and Workplace Charger Deployment and Utilization Growth

Case Study: Condo and Workplace Charger Deployment and Utilization Growth

Hypercharge helps strata and property managers elevate the experiences of residents, commercial tenants, and workplaces through convenient and reliable electric vehicle charging. In 2022, we partnered with a prominent strata and property management firm that oversees a diverse portfolio of properties throughout British Columbia’s Greater Vancouver Area, including condominiums, commercial properties, and mixed-used developments. Over a two-year period, we deployed more than 30 Level 2...

Calgary EV Charging Guide for Apartments and Workplaces

Calgary EV Charging Guide for Apartments and Workplaces

Electric vehicle adoption in Alberta has been accelerating with the number of registered vehicles recently surging by an impressive 38%. With more Albertans embracing the benefits of EVs, could Calgary soon catch up with the ownership rates in Vancouver, Toronto, and other major urban centres? Critical to closing the gap will be helping drivers overcome a significant barrier to going electric: access to EV charging at home and at work. But with the right information and new financial...

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...

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...