Retail

Electrify Retail Spaces: Attracting EV Drivers to Your Customer’s Storefront

Key Selling Points - Retail

Information to know:

  • L2 opportunities

  • Installing EV charging stations at retail locations incentivize drivers for where to go to run their errands and do their necessary shopping by offering the convenience to “plug and park.”

  • Networked charging stations will put their business location “on the map” across multiple charging networks where previously they would not show up.

  • Attract a higher-end clientele and promote their organization’s commitment to sustainability.

ZEF Features

  1. Custom Branding
    ZEF’s custom-branded options for businesses to own the experience with the customer from the moment they park.

  2. ZEFNET Software
    ZEFNET Software can be configured to “pay to use” settings to cover the owner’s utility costs, offer it for free as an amenity, or set up to restricted use for authorized drivers via login or PIN code set by the owner.

  3. Time Limits
    Set limits on “dwelling” time can be set to encourage turnover and avoid usage by individuals who are not frequenting the business.

Qualifying Questions

Retail - Qualifying Questions

  1. Have you observed an increase in electric vehicle ownership among your customers, or do you anticipate significant growth in the near future?

  2. What is the layout and capacity of your parking facilities, and how many EV charging stations do you envision installing to meet the demand?

  3. Will you be looking to charge for this use or offer it as an amenity to guests?

  4. Will the chargers be behind-the-gate in a private parking area or out in an open parking area that is open to the public?

  5. What are your plans for managing the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the EV charging infrastructure within your parking facilities?

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

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?