Case Study: Learn how one Merge customer is testing electric vehicles in their pest control fleet!

The Challenges Facing Fleet Managers Today

Merge helps fleets “scale to success” as they introduce electric vehicles into their fleet strategies by:

  • Choosing the right EV models and configurations
  • Understanding the total cost of ownership of EVs and charging infrastructure
  • Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
  • Building a predictable, budget-friendly implementation plan
  • Scaling electric charging where and when it is needed
  • Planning utility upgrade needs
  • Tracking vehicle and charging performance
  • Tailoring the plan to unique worksites
  • Strategizing how to best utilize incentives
  • Managing utility rates and charging cost optimization
  • Evaluating and adjusting course based on ongoing experience

Solutions for Electric Fleets

The Merge team helps fleet managers evaluate, plan, design, install, and operate an electric fleet. We guide customers through each phase of the journey like charging, vehicle acquisition, and more with the following suite of solutions for fleet electrification.

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Execute your electrification goals without taking on the logistical and financial risks. Our EV subscription package seamlessly implements battery-powered cars into your regular operations with:

  • Your choice of vehicle from a variety of sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks
  • Charging infrastructure at residential and/or workplace locations
  • Access to public DC fast-charging networks
  • Ongoing data monitoring and analysis to track avoided emissions and fuel savings

Fleet managers and stakeholders can efficiently achieve their electrification goals by eliminating residual value risk, deploying turnkey infrastructure, and capturing operational and charging data through this flexible and scalable plan.

Plus, we’ll handle registration, maintenance, telematics, charging, electricity reimbursement, employee training, and driver support.

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Electric Vehicle Pilot Program (EVPP™)

Merge’s unique Electric Vehicle Pilot Program (EVPP™) offers customers the opportunity to try a selection of Merge-owned electric cars within their fleets with no long-term commitment. We offer:

  • A rapid deployment of EVs to drivers of your choice
  • Planning and installation of charging infrastructure at homes and/or office locations
  • Access to public DC fast-charging networks
  • Telematics data monitoring and analysis throughout the pilot term

The EVPP™ helps fleet managers evaluate electric vehicles in a real-world trial, build confidence among drivers and stakeholders, and gain familiarity with the advantages of an electric fleet. This holistic program includes hands-on experience paired with data analytics so fleets can make sound decisions as they electrify.

Charging Services

Electric vehicle charging should be simple and streamlined. Merge Electric Fleet Solutions will take care of site design and layout, installation, reimbursement, and reporting, so you can focus on what you do best – operating your business and keeping your customers happy.

  • Maximize driver productivity with overnight
    charging at home
  • Minimize capital costs with modular charging
    options for office or depot locations
  • Choose the services that best fit with your
    operations and goals
  • Merge will own, operate, monitor, and maintain
    charging equipment on your behalf

Our flexible options include charging at home and at the office, and access to public fast charging stations, that can be scaled to fit your team’s needs.

EVSNAPSHOT™

Merge’s EVSNAPSHOT™ program offers the fastest way for fleets to evaluate the potential for fleet electrification. Here’s how it works:

  • Merge uses your telematics data to analyze a 7-day “snapshot” of your fleet
  • We look at vehicle range, utilization patterns, dwell locations, and more
  • Merge estimates the high-level potential for greenhouse gas emission reductions
  • We determine the impact and potential for the immediate addition of EVs to your fleet

EVSNAPSHOT™ serves as a baseline for further exploration of electrification and a more in-depth analysis of your telematics data. This quick, easy executive summary can help you determine if you’re on the right track with your EV fleet plans.

DRIVER PERSPECTEV™

Our DRIVER PERSPECTEV™ offers a flexible solution for fleets who need visibility into electrification potential but don’t want or need to deploy telematics for ongoing operations.

  • You identify drivers or vehicles for short-term telematics data gathering
  • Merge ships simple pluggable devices and assists remotely with self-installation
  • We collect 3 or 6 months of data, depending on your preference
  • You return the telematics devices with pre-paid shipping

The DRIVER PERSPECTEV™ solution provides Merge with the data needed to assess which vehicles, routes, or drivers have the potential for electrification. This temporary telematics program offers a data-driven approach without the expense and commitment that other options may require.

EV360™

Looking for an in-depth exploration of your telematics data and potential for electrification? Merge’s EV360™ solution gives you a comprehensive analysis to help you make great decisions.

  • We analyze a representative period of your telematics data
  • The analysis includes existing fleet records, mileage/fuel usage, seasonal trends, and other critical metrics
  • Merge breaks down economics, emissions, energy needs, charging feasibility by VIN to inform vehicle and charging procurement planning
  • By rolling up vehicle results by facility, we can project aggregated charging needs to inform utility upgrade planning

Our EV360™ solution captures the true lifecycle, seasonality, and utilization of your vehicles so you can be confident where and how to fit EVs into your fleet strategy.

EV Employer Program

Give your employees the chance to explore the next evolution in transportation. This new benefit upgrade allows organizations and their team members to test or take home electric cars from the office for flexible time periods. Your employees will receive:

  • Access to a range of all-electric sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks
  • Free charging at local public DC fast-charging networks
  • Driver support and education included
  • Operational data reports revealing outcomes in reduced emissions and energy savings

Employers and human resource teams have the ability to showcase their sustainability goals all while retaining and attracting new talent. The unique incentive offer is customizable and has an expandable term. Fixed monthly costs include registration, maintenance, public charging access, and employee training.