The next fleet depot venture: Benefits of hosting guest fleets at your chargers

What does it mean to open private depot charging to other fleets, and why do it?

Electrifying a fleet can bring new opportunities in terms of total cost of ownership (TCO) and driver experience, but it can also introduce new challenges.  

As you electrify, you may learn that your EV chargers spend quite a bit of time sitting idle at your depot while your vehicles are off on their routes. To optimize revenue streams and minimize TCO of fleet operations, hosting guest fleets at your private EV depot may be the win-win setup you're looking for. It's an exciting capability made possible by new features in the managed charging world.  

This article explores what it means to be a host fleet for guest charging and what the benefits could bring to your operations. 

What is fleet hosting in EV charging? 

In fleet electrification, there is a growing movement to host guest fleets at private depots. This approach allows a private fleet depot to open their EV chargers to other guest fleets that may be passing through the region.  

With bp pulse Omega, you can optimize your fleet uptime and minimize electricity rates by charging at lower cost times. In addition to these features, you can also open your EV chargers to guest fleets during times your chargers are sitting idle, leveraging Omega reporting to identify when and for how long guest vehicles are charging.  

Hosting guest fleets at your depot could help open a new revenue stream while offering a way for other fleets to charge up while on the go.  

What are the benefits of becoming a host? 

Consider the possibility of a new revenue stream. Are there gaps in EV charging for fleets in your area? If so, this is the opportunity to fulfil that need. 

There’s a satisfying element of futureproofing for your business, too. As EV adoption grows, you could position your business on the forefront of EV adoption growth and innovation as EV charging becomes increasingly competitive.  

What are the benefits for your new customers? 

Host charging creates a mutually beneficial arrangement where guest fleets benefit from convenient, cost-effective charging solutions. 

For EV drivers, charging is a high priority. So, imagine being able to offer whole fleets reliable, convenient and flexible charging, outside of their own depots. Charging that satisfies their needs and operational schedules, and aligns with their routes or operational needs. 

And, by using your charging station as a host for guest fleets, your new customers can benefit from reductions in their infrastructure costs. That is, guest fleets can use your EV charging hardware without having to invest in their own installations. 

How do you get involved? 

Our Omega charge management software delivers hands-free management of your EV fleet, giving you complete visibility of your EV charging operations 24/7. 

If you don’t use our charge management software yet, you’ll find more information about the benefits of Omega here. If you’d like to make an inquiry about Omega, contact us through this page.