Can Electric Vehicles Really Be 50% Cheaper to Maintain Than Gas-Powered Cars?
Yes, electric vehicles (EVs) often cost significantly less to maintain than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. Studies indicate that EVs can be up to 50% cheaper to maintain over their lifetime.[1] Lower Maintenance Costs Compared to ICE vehicles, EVs have far fewer parts. For instance, a typical ICE vehicle has around 2,000 moving parts, […]
Rethinking the Electric Vehicle: More Than Just Transportation
“If the only tool you have is a hammer, the whole world looks like a nail.” This famous saying captures how we often adapt new technologies to fit old paradigms. Instead of reimagining what’s possible, we retrofit innovation into outdated molds. Consider these examples: Bicycle seats were modeled after horseback saddles, despite the differences in […]
Charging a fleet on Level 1 – Are you crazy?
Level 1 charging might sound underpowered or outdated—but for the right fleet, it’s a surprisingly effective and economical solution. Whether Level 1 works for you depends on your daily driving range, battery capacity, and overall vehicle usage. For many fleets, especially those with low annual mileage, Level 1 charging may be all you need—without costly […]
Why fleet electrification can’t wait – even amid policy shifts
ecoPreserve is pleased to bring you this guest article from Pete Westlake, Manager of New Products and Services at the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC). OUC is Florida’s second-largest municipal utility, providing services to Orlando and parts of Orange County for almost a century. Policy shifts can create uncertainty, but smart fleet managers don’t wait. With […]
A tour of air quality initiatives at eight U.S. ports
Shipping activities produce nearly three percent of total human-caused greenhouse gas emissions. Most ships burn heavy fuel oil or marine diesel oil. While at port, their engines spew pollutants into neighboring communities if no shoreside power is available. The diesel-powered trucks, cranes, and forklifts supporting maritime operations add to that pollution. Our tour of air […]
Overcoming issues that impact EV battery supply
More EVs are on the road, and more EV batteries will soon be required. In November 2024, the world saw a third month of record-breaking surge in electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales. PROGRESS AND PROMISE Compared to 2023, EV sales were up by 32%. China led the growth with a 50% increase, achieving nearly […]
$3 billion carbon reduction investment soon to arrive at U.S. ports
Ports will soon see more progress towards a cleaner, greener future! Nearly $3 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds will be used to make ports across the country more climate-friendly. This funding will help improve and electrify port infrastructure at 55 sites nationwide, supporting around 40,000 union jobs, reducing pollution, and tackling the climate crisis. […]
How cities cut costs as they upgrade their fleets
In 38 states, cities are transitioning their vehicle fleets from 100% petroleum to include electric power. The potential benefit of EV replacements and expanded public charging access could save governments over $10 billion in lifetime costs. Most of that would be achieved through fuel savings (a 68% reduction) and lower maintenance costs (37% less). The […]
Fleet managers find a new route to vehicle replacement ROI
Managers at local governments, transit authorities, and commercial fleets are turning to ecoPreserve’s expertise to tackle rising fuel costs, future-proof their fleet operations, and align with changing transportation and energy consumption trends. As specialists in fleet electrification, we offer a proven 5-step solution to evaluate and transition fleets while maximizing cost savings and minimizing operational […]