Fleet Electrification

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Benefits of switching to an electric vehicle fleet

No matter where you are in your fleet electrification journey, our experienced professionals and comprehensive programs can help you navigate the road ahead. The benefits speak for themselves as you decide when to make the switch – the answer is now.

Lower operating costs
Fleet EVs cost less to maintain. Plus, EV battery warranties cover a minimum of 8 years or 100,000 miles. Companies can more easily budget fueling costs as EVs are not affected by the volatility of fuel prices.
Simplified maintenance
EVs have fewer moving parts — no oil, spark plugs or transmission fluid to change — and a longer brake life. In general, routine maintenance on a fleet of EVs would just be windshield wiper fluid and tires.
Sustainability
Fleet electrification can help your company reach sustainability goals by decreasing CO2 and other harmful greenhouse gases.
Employee health
Employees who drive your fleet EVs would have less exposure to noise, vibration and fuel odors, which could improve their health, satisfaction and retention.
Performance
EVs offer instant torque, providing quick, smooth, responsive acceleration. Electric vehicle batteries also provide a low center of gravity which improves handling, responsiveness and ride comfort.

Fleets and vehicle sizes

Minivans and pickup trucks? Buses? Forklifts and TRUs? From the smallest to the largest, explore comparable electric vehicles to handle your fleet's workload.

Light-Duty Fleets

Light-duty fleets consist of sedans, trucks and other passenger vehicles. Light-duty vehicles are often used for corporate fleets, municipal operations, taxis, ride shares and police departments. When you switch your light-duty fleet to electric, you will immediately see the benefits.

Case Studies:
Read about this Indiana police chief who found big savings with electric vehicles.

First Tesla Model 3 NYC yellow cab hits the road.

Ford unveils E-Transit, electric version of popular commercial van.

Fremont Police Dept. Releases Uplifting EV Pilot Program Results.

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Medium-Duty Fleets

Medium-duty fleets include walk-in vans, school buses and shuttle buses. These are often used by schools, transit companies, hotels and delivery services.

Case Studies:

Companies like UPS and Amazon are already transitioning thousands of their vehicles to electric, and more orders and investments are on the horizon.

New Electric School Buses in Virginia & Massachusetts.

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Heavy-Duty Fleets

Heavy-duty fleets consist of class 7-8 vehicles, including semi-trucks, refuse trucks and transit buses. Electrifying your heavy-duty fleet can have a myriad of benefits, including reduced emissions and maintenance costs.

There are already electric transit buses on the road, and we’ve been working to help local cities electrify their bus fleets.

New electric semi-trucks began rolling out in 2021, and some experts predict there will be as many as 54,000 electric trucks on the road in the next five years.

Case Studies:

Read about how electric transit buses reduce emissions, save on fuel costs and promote cleaner air.

Greensboro Becomes First City In North Carolina To Have All-Electric Bus Fleet

Big Rigs Begin to Trade Diesel for Electric Motors

Electric power is the future, even for garbage trucks

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Follow the roadmap to
go electric

1Engage stakeholders
Identify and engage a team of key stakeholders to understand fleet vehicle usage needs and organizational decarbonization goals.
2Explore technologies
Learn about current and proposed technologies for EVs, hydrogen fuel cell and other zero-emission vehicles.
3Plan training
Plan for driver and technician training on charging, driving and repairing fleet vehicles.
4Communicate goals
Connect with utility partners and communicate goals for fleet size and targets, site planning and infrastructure availability.
5Explore incentives
Identify available utility, local, state and federal grants and incentives. Visit our Tax Incentives page to learn more.
6Identify compatible EVs
Identify electric vehicles that are compatible with range needs and use case of fleet.
7Work with vendors
Work with EVSE vendors and contractors to select hardware/software and charging level.
8Make-Ready site and infrastructure
Coordinate site construction and infrastructure readiness prior to EV procurement

Calculate your personalized savings

Use our interactive calculator to find out how much your company could save by converting your fleet to electric vehicles. ev calculator

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Explore your EV charging options

As soon as your business begins exploring fleet electrification, contact us for roadmap guidance and the best configuration for charging your vehicles. Depending on your vehicle and operational requirements, it may be possible to use public infrastructure –or on-site charging may be the best option. In either case, we will advise you on getting the most value out of your EV fleet.

Electric Rates and Charging

Although there is no specific rate for EV charging, our standard rates are very competitive and in almost all situations, the stability of electricity rates will be much lower than variable gasoline or diesel prices.

Want to maximize your EV vs. fuel savings? Time-of-use rates help lower costs for vehicles that charge overnight using the best commercial rate available (i.e., off-peak charging).

Charger Types and Network Connectivity

Level 2 Public EV Charging

Typically provide up to 25 miles of range per hour
Best for charging extra miles of range while employees are at work

DC Fast Charging

Fastest electric vehicle charging option, providing 250 miles of range per hour, depending on vehicle and charging equipment
Can charge up to 80% in about 20 to 30 minutes
Used to facilitate longer distance driving or quick recharges

Network-Connected Chargers

Networked chargers connect to the internet and can be remotely controlled. Businesses may benefit from networked chargers that are installed at employees' homes to enable at-home fleet charging. These employees can be reimbursed for their tracked home charging costs.

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Throughout your fleet electrification journey, Duke Energy is here with trusted guidance and education specific to your operational
needs and goals.