Retail & Hospitality

Charging an electric vehicle at home may be the most convenient option for many EV drivers, but not every home is equipped for it yet. For drivers in apartments or condos, access to charging at home or in their building should be part of the buying plan from the start.   According to Natural Resources Canada and EV advocates, people living in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs), such as apartments and condos, face higher barriers to installing EV chargers compared to single-family homes....

Many retailers have taken meaningful steps towards promoting electric vehicle adoption by upgrading the customer experience with EV charging stations. In doing so, they add value to every visit while bringing in a steady source of additional revenue. But inconsistent charger access, high charging fees, and other common driver complaints can make retailers appear a step behind. Here we look at solid strategies for getting the most out of EV charging and how refining the details can elevate...

About one in five electric vehicle charging sessions hits a snag, according to research from Harvard Business School. Far more complex than gas pumps, EV charging stations rely on advanced technology with multiple points of interaction between vehicles and the charger’s hardware, software, and network. Each point represents a potential hitch, but industry-leading charging solutions and proactive measures can head off trouble before it begins. Here we look at five of the most common problems...

Electric vehicles require far less maintenance than gas‑ or diesel‑powered cars that emit climate-warming greenhouse gasses. That means you can enjoy significant savings per kilometre, per year, and across the lifetime of your vehicle. In this post, we show why going green is not only better for the planet but can make a real difference to your wallet.Why Are EVs Less Expensive to Maintain?Inside a internal combustion engine (ICE) is a confined chamber where fuel ignites and combusts, creating...

North America’s highways are lined with untapped opportunities for businesses and municipalities to create new revenue streams and support electric vehicle adoption through EV charging.    Canada’s National Highway System, for example, is a 38,000-kilometre network of lifelines for businesses, tourism, transport, and everyday connection. Highway 401 holds the title as the busiest corridor and is one of the most travelled highways in the world. Running through Toronto en route to the Canada's...