5 Ways Companies Can Encourage Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) Fleet Drivers to Plug In More
By Kate Harrison, Co-Founder, MoveEV
The real impact of PHEVs can only be realized when drivers consistently plug in their vehicles to use electricity, rather than relying on gasoline.
Encouraging fleet drivers to plug in is critical when it comes to realizing the full economic and environmental benefits of a PHEV fleet.
Incentive programs can be highly effective in motivating fleet PHEV drivers to plug in more frequently. These programs can take various forms, including financial incentives, recognition, or rewards.
By taking a few extra steps, fleet managers can save a lot of extra money and help their company meet its sustainability targets.
Don’t Put That Rhinestone Emblem on Your Car’s Steering Wheel, Safety Officials Say
U.S. regulators are warning drivers to steer clear of aftermarket decals used to embellish a car's logo on the center of its steering wheel.
Such metal or plastic emblems - which are typically adorned with rhinestones or other decorations and attached to the steering wheel with an adhesive back - can cause serious injury if ejected when the airbag deploys in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday.
“In a crash, the force of a deploying airbag can turn the product into a projectile, resulting in serious injury or death,” the federal agency wrote in a consumer alert.
Gas, Diesel Powered Fleet Vehicles Converted To All Electric Motors by Top Engineering Firm
Based in Essen, Germany, Promwad Engineering Company is offering its EV conversion technology worldwide to meet stricter emission standards that are leading the shift away from gasoline vehicles.
The company recently converted four utility trucks for a German automotive firm. The process involved replacing the combustion engine and transmission with a battery and power electronics modules. Reverse engineering was required to ensure that when the trucks were converted to electric power all functions remained operational.
"Converting municipal transport to electric power sets a great energy example, reduces carbon footprints, and promotes sustainable practices for citizens," said Ivan Kuten, co-owner and Tech Expert at Promwad.
Electrify America Opens Its First Station In North Dakota To Fill the Void
Electrify America opened its first station in North Dakota this month. It's an important step to expand the network nationwide along major routes coast-to-coast.
North Dakota had just 1.3 plug-in electric car registrations per thousand people in 2022 – one of the lowest levels in the country and far behind the average of 8.66 in the U.S.
Brandy Mathie, director of site acquisition and portfolio management at Electrify America said: "With our entrance into North Dakota, EV drivers are now able to enjoy hyper-fast charging speeds in 47 states. This is a significant milestone in making EV ownership accessible to all communities."
How Cloud-Based Sylectus TMS Can Help Propel Your Fleet
Learn how a small trucking company scaled significantly and maintained outstanding customer service without adding additional people. Sylectus TMS can automate operations and streamline processes throughout your fleet.
By implementing a Transportation Management System, ITDS was able to gain automated operations and streamlined processes across dispatch, payroll, and billing, as well as real-time notifications for trip management and event updates, and easy, systematic invoicing for faster payments.
Download the case study to learn more about how a cloud-based TMS can help propel your fleet.
