Convenience Stores

Key Selling Points - Convenience Stores

Information to know:

  • Mainly DCFC Opportunities

  • Looking to mimic the same experience they provide now for ICE vehicles

  • Adapt to market trends and future-proof their business as vehicles and driver behaviors change with EV adoption

  • Attract EV drivers with networked chargers to show up when looking for charging options nearby

  • Maintain and even increase in-store foot traffic as EV charging dwell times are currently longer than the typical gas fueling experience 

ZEF Features

  1. Scalability
    ZEF’s innovative and scalable DCFC solutions allow businesses to cost-effectively add plugs/power at their own pace to provide charging for more vehicles and more convenience with higher-powered chargers for drivers.

  2. Multiple Networks
    ZEF’s networked chargers allow drivers to find their chargers across multiple networks including ‘roaming’ access via ChargePoint, Shell Recharge, SemaConnect, Mercedes, Electric Circuit, and others through ChargeHub.

  3. Charging-as-a-Service
    Charging-as-a-Service flexibility allows businesses to manage cash flow with $0 down and monthly term options that fit their business model needs.

Qualifying Questions

Core - Qualifying Questions

  1. Can you tell me about the project?

  2. What types of chargers are you looking for? Level 2 or Level 3?

  3. What is your timeline for project completion? When will you need the chargers?

  4. Has budget been allocated for this project? Is it grant dependent?

  5. Would you be interested in Charging-as-a-Service financing options as a lease or loan?

  6. Do you have a partner for installation or will you need a full turnkey quote with installation included?

  7. Do you know if you have the capacity and correct service to add the new chargers or will we need to help coordinate with the utility?

  8. Who else will be included in the decision making process? Would you like to set up a follow up call/meeting/site visit?

Convenience Store - Qualifying Questions

  1. Have you observed an increase in the number of EV drivers visiting your convenience store and do you anticipate a growth in EV customers in the future?

  2. How do you envision integrating EV chargers into your property’s layout and operations to enhance the customer experience? Would you look to set up in a current parking spot or similar to your fueling experience now with a side pull-up or both?

  3. Based on looking for Level 3 DC Fast Chargers, are you equipped with 480V now or have you discussed a service change with the utility?

  4. Typically, Convenience Stores are located along major corridors and it is worth asking: Have you looked into applying for any state or federal funds for installing Level 3 DC Fast Chargers?

  5. What are your plans for managing the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the EV charging infrastructure to ensure maximized uptime for EV drivers and minimize any potential loss of revenue?

  6. Do you have existing systems or personnel in place to oversee the installation and ongoing management of EV chargers, including customer support and troubleshooting?