If you were to buy an electric car charger as a host, be sure to pay attention to these things.
Feb 8, 2024
You can now filter for accommodations with electric vehicle chargers on booking.com as well as on the Airbnb website and app, which nicely demonstrates the importance of the topic. As the number of electric cars increases in the country, accommodations are also faced with a crossroads: if there is no electric car charger in the yard or garage, the business may miss out on many potential customers. We have summarized what accommodations need to pay attention to if they are considering purchasing an electric car charger.
As with the different types of electric cars, the manufacturers of chargers are also continuously increasing, making it increasingly difficult to navigate the wide selection. For a host, different considerations come to the forefront when selecting chargers compared to an individual, since the charger will primarily be used by the guests and not the owner.
Monitor the charging from a distance
If the owner of the electric vehicle can monitor the charging status on their mobile phone, it significantly increases the user’s level of comfort. Moreover, it is beneficial for property owners as they can check the status of the chargers remotely, monitor their capacity, and intervene in the system if necessary, for instance, by remote locking or other control functions.
Make maintenance easy
It is advisable to choose a charger that is monitored and maintained remotely by an automated AI-based system. Most errors arise from poor software configuration or user error, so most of them can be resolved remotely, saving time and money.
At the end of charging, indicate the amount of consumed electricity
For accommodations, knowing the electricity consumption of the car chargers is crucial for fine-tuning the business model. Price optimization and specific billing with customers will only be possible this way, so it is important to choose a charger that indicates the amount of electricity consumed at the end of the charging.
Charging usage should be restricted
A practical feature for office buildings or accommodation providers is the ability to start charging with an RFID identifier. In this case, we can program and name an almost unlimited number of RFID identifier cards or key fobs for the charger, which can later be disabled if needed. With continuous monitoring, the unique RFID cards will make power sharing and mutual settlement simple.
With the best models, charging can already be started automatically (plug and charge), either manually after connecting the cable or via the app from anywhere in the world in case of an internet connection (on both your phone and the charger).
Increase the value of the property
Installing electric car chargers modernizes the property and aligns it with current and future mobility trends. These developments will have a positive impact on the property's price and appeal due to the expanded features, but only if the owner chooses a quality charger.
Those buyers who use electric vehicles or are environmentally conscious prefer properties that also have electric car charging options.
Beauty and elegance are also critically important
The long-term success of accommodations is essential for customer satisfaction and loyalty. If the accommodation offers modern and environmentally friendly solutions, such as aesthetically pleasing electric car chargers, it can increase guest satisfaction and their willingness to return. Sleek-looking car chargers provide a pleasant and user-friendly experience for guests. Moreover, an aesthetically pleasing design can contribute to the overall appeal of the accommodation and creates the impression that the owner cares about environmental protection and the use of modern technologies.
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