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5 Ways to Save on EV Charging Installation Costs
Electric vehicle charging adds substantial value to your property, business, or workplace, but let’s face it: the cost of installation can be intimidating. With Hypercharge’s customized care and charging expertise, however, you can lower costs without compromising on quality of service or the EV charging experience. Here are five ways we can take a bite out of your installation budget:1. Start Small - But Futureproof Your EV Charging OperationAt Hypercharge, we work closely with you to...
Increasing EV Charging Revenue with Strategic Pricing Strategies
With Quantev™ Operations Suite, you can set customized electric vehicle charging fees and use dynamic rates to maximize revenue and save on energy costs. In this post, we’ll show you how easy it is to get the most out of your EV charging stations by pairing strategic pricing strategies with this highly advanced—yet user-friendly—cloud-based management and analytics platform.Choose Your EV Charging Fee ModelQuantev™ has all the tools you need to control and monitor your EV charging stations....
Batteries 101: Power Up Your Knowledge of EV Batteries
One of the most important considerations when choosing an electric vehicle is its battery. How big should it be? How fast will it charge? How long will it last between charges? The answers to these questions can be overwhelming—full of formulas, abbreviations, and unfamiliar terminology. Let’s cut through the confusion to get you up to speed on the essentials. Note: We’re using Canadian units of measurement. To convert to U.S. measurements, consult Natural Resources Canada’s 2022 Fuel...
Using Third-Party NACS Connectors on Tesla Vehicles
Editor’s note: This post was first published on January 28, 2025, and last updated on July 24, 2025. NACS connectors are unlocking new possibilities for EV drivers across North America. Hypercharge has begun offering these connectors on our range of Level 2 and DC fast charging stations, expanding convenient charging access and helping drivers stay on the move. When it comes to Level 2 charging stations, our NACS connectors works with every Tesla, so there’s no need to worry about...
New Saskatchewan EV Charging Funding Available for Municipalities and Businesses
Saskatchewan municipalities, businesses, and community organizations now have access to $850,000 in new funding through the Municipal Electric Vehicle Initiative (MEVi) to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations across the province. Delivered by Eco-West Canada in partnership with the Municipal Eco-Action Centre and partially funded by the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), MEVi aims to significantly bolster the EV charging infrastructure network, addressing...
Can British Columbia Rely Solely on Public EV Charging in 2025?
British Columbians are up to speed on the many benefits of making the switch to an electric vehicle, from reducing greenhouses gasses to saving on fuel and maintenance costs. In fact, nearly 23% all new light vehicles in B.C.— 27% in Vancouver—are zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs). For comparison, less than 10% of new light-duty vehicles in Ontario are ZEVs, and just over 7% in Toronto. The total number of EVs on BC roads is expected to quadruple over the next decade, from 195,000 to...
Portfolio EV Charging: Lessons from Multisite Rollouts
Hypercharge has worked closely with many REITs, developers, and property managers to realize their ambitions for electric vehicle charging, both big and small. Along the way, we’ve learned more than a thing or two about the complexities of large-scale installations and what it takes launch portfolio-wide charging successfully. Here are a few of our favourite dos and don’ts for multisite rollouts, gathered from lessons learned during the strategic deployment of EV charging across hundreds of...
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Vehicle?
Editor's note: This post was first published on August 12, 2022, and last updated on January 16, 2025.Our Batteries 101 post was a primer on electric vehicle batteries: their size, charging speeds, and how far they’ll take you before you need to recharge. Today, we’re looking at the cost of charging EV batteries, using popular vehicles as examples. We’ll begin by getting familiar with the most important factors that contribute to your bill, then show you how to estimate costs based on the type...
What Large-Scale Property Owners Need to Get Ready for EV Charging
For property owners managing multiple sites, installing electric vehicle chargers across multiple locations can be a high-impact upgrade with added layers of complexity. Multisite rollouts require careful design and planning, with special considerations during each phase of the project. To support your portfolio-wide strategy, we’ve created the 7-Point EV Charging Readiness Checklist For Large-Scale Property Owners: a handy quick-reference tool that highlights the key factors to consider...
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Monetizing EV Charging for REITs: Unlock New Portfolio-Wide Revenue
With global EV sales hitting record highs in 2024, now is the time for forward-looking real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other large-portfolio players to increase the value of holdings by installing electric vehicle charging. EV charging stations not only invite desirable tenants, customers, and employees, but are a reliable source of direct revenue — significantly strengthening a property’s position within an evolving market.Prime Locations for REIT EV ChargingREIT portfolios are rich...
New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities
Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...
Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding
Update: Applications Now Closed Applications for Manitoba’s Climate Action Fund closed on January 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. This post remains available as a reference for those interested in future funding opportunities.Manitoba’s push toward a low-carbon future just received a significant boost with the provincial government announcing an additional $1.5 million in funding for the Climate Action Fund. This funding, aimed at advancing green projects across the province, includes critical...
New Funding Available for Calgary EV Ready Plans
If you live in a condo, apartment, townhouse, or rowhouse in Calgary, Alberta, access to EV charging in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) has just become a lot easier, thanks to the city's new pilot program, ChargeYYC, a Calgary EV ready initiative.What Is ChargeYYC?ChargeYYC is a funding program aimed at breaking down barriers to EV adoption by helping MURBs develop customized EV Charging Road Maps (in Phase 1) and install EV charging stations (in Phase 2). Available now, Phase 1 of...
How to Get EV Charging in 5 Steps
Launching an electric vehicle charging operation is a multistage project, whether you’re installing a single EV charger or equipping an entire fleet. When you partner with Hypercharge, we ensure the process is clear, manageable, and simple from start to finish and beyond. Here's how to get EV Charging on your property—from the initial assessment to support applying for rebates to collecting your first revenue. 1. Determine Your EV Charging Needs The first priority in any EV charging...
Answering Residents’ Questions About EV Charging in Apartments and Condos
As electric vehicles become more popular, many residents in apartments and condos are considering the benefits of having EV charging stations in their buildings. However, misconceptions and concerns about the safety, cost, and logistics of EV charging often arise. At Hypercharge, we believe that providing clear and accurate information can help alleviate these concerns and support the transition to a more sustainable future. In this blog post, we will address some of the most common questions...
Inside Hypercharge: Our Values and Culture
To thrive within a new and rapidly changing industry, a young company needs a clear vision, superb products, and top-performing team. For Hypercharge, the formula for success has also included staying true to the company’s mission, purpose, and values while establishing itself as a leading clean technology innovator. In this post, Kyle Green, Senior Marketing Manager, answers questions about the core tenets that have guided Hypercharge throughout its journey to create best-in-market EV...
The Fact-Check: Busting 8 Common EV Myths
Sales of electric vehicles have surged in recent years, fuelled by the urgent need to take action against climate change, as well as government and utility-funded incentives. Yet, many potential buyers remain hesitant to go electric, thanks to misconceptions about EVs and outdated information. Here we set the record straight on eight common EV myths. Common EV Myths #1: EVs are more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles. While the sticker price of an EV can be higher than a gasoline...
Which Ownership Model is Right for You?
Forward-thinking businesses know there are plenty of reasons to invest in electric vehicle charging—from increasing revenue to retaining employees and tenants to fighting climate change. To make EV charging more accessible, Hypercharge has developed charger ownership models to suit a variety of goals, budgets, and capacities. Read on to discover the right solution for owning EV charging stations at your business. Direct Purchase of EV Charging Equipment What is it? Direct...
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New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities
Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...
Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding
Update: Applications Now Closed Applications for Manitoba’s Climate Action Fund closed on January 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. This post remains available as a reference for those interested in future funding opportunities.Manitoba’s push toward a low-carbon future just received a significant boost with the provincial government announcing an additional $1.5 million in funding for the Climate Action Fund. This funding, aimed at advancing green projects across the province, includes critical...
How to Get EV Charging in 5 Steps
Launching an electric vehicle charging operation is a multistage project, whether you’re installing a single EV charger or equipping an entire fleet. When you partner with Hypercharge, we ensure the process is clear, manageable, and simple from start to finish and beyond. Here's how to get EV Charging on your property—from the initial assessment to support applying for rebates to collecting your first revenue. 1. Determine Your EV Charging Needs The first priority in any EV charging...
Check-In Time: Why EV Charging for Hotels is a Smart Investment
Are you a hotel owner who wants to stay ahead of the curve and attract the growing market of electric vehicle drivers? With EV charging for hotels, you'll be sure to make an impact. At Hypercharge, we know that providing reliable and convenient charging solutions is essential to meeting the needs of businesses in various industries, including the hospitality sector, where EV charging for hotels is becoming a must-have amenity. In this post, we'll explore the top five reasons why your hotel...
Inside Hypercharge: Our Values and Culture
To thrive within a new and rapidly changing industry, a young company needs a clear vision, superb products, and top-performing team. For Hypercharge, the formula for success has also included staying true to the company’s mission, purpose, and values while establishing itself as a leading clean technology innovator. In this post, Kyle Green, Senior Marketing Manager, answers questions about the core tenets that have guided Hypercharge throughout its journey to create best-in-market EV...
The Fact-Check: Busting 8 Common EV Myths
Sales of electric vehicles have surged in recent years, fuelled by the urgent need to take action against climate change, as well as government and utility-funded incentives. Yet, many potential buyers remain hesitant to go electric, thanks to misconceptions about EVs and outdated information. Here we set the record straight on eight common EV myths. Common EV Myths #1: EVs are more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles. While the sticker price of an EV can be higher than a gasoline...
EV Charging Success: Target Park Hits its Mark
Commercial parking operator Target Park started with a modest goal to meet current customer demand for EV charging—and found an opportunity to become a pioneer in the field. Discover their Hypercharge EV charging success story in this testimonial.Target ParkParking Facilities Target Park designs, develops, and manages parking facilities across North America in consultation with landlords and property managers.The Backstory.Target Park began its journey with EV charging with a simple objective:...
Which Ownership Model is Right for You?
Forward-thinking businesses know there are plenty of reasons to invest in electric vehicle charging—from increasing revenue to retaining employees and tenants to fighting climate change. To make EV charging more accessible, Hypercharge has developed charger ownership models to suit a variety of goals, budgets, and capacities. Read on to discover the right solution for owning EV charging stations at your business. Direct Purchase of EV Charging Equipment What is it? Direct...
How EV Charging Works for Your Business Now—and into the Future
The data is clear: the number of electric vehicles on the road is growing exponentially. In British Columbia, which has the highest EV ownership rate in North America, EVs jumped from 1% of new light-duty vehicle sales in 2016 to 13% in 2021, and to 17% in the first quarter of 2022. A Clean Energy Canada poll found that nearly 80% of Canadians are open to making their next vehicle purchase an EV. A recent international poll showed that 52% of respondents across eighteen countries are ready to...
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