'ONroute,' the Ontario, Canada-based service company famous for its mid-highway rest points, has added electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to six of its locations. ONroute locations are present across Ontario and function as a rest location during long road trips. Previously, these locations would feature a gas station, a restaurant, and public washrooms. Now, electric vehicle owners can enjoy these rest stops as well.
ONroute is beginning with six of its locations, but it is committed to adding EV charging stations to all of its locations in the future, as it believes that these are essential to helping EV owners travel across Ontario. The cost of charging with the ONroute chargers is $0.30 CAD or $0.23 USD per minute, meaning the cost for a full charge is between $7 and $20 based on the car model and battery capacity.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Mid-highway EV Charging Stations
- The rise of EV charging stations at service centers promises to increase EV usage on long road trips
- Service-based EV Charging
- Service companies like ONroute can add value to their business by providing EV charging stations alongside traditional rest location amenities
- EV Charging Cost Optimization
- Opportunities exist for companies to provide innovative pricing models for EV charging to improve adoption rates
Where This Applies
- Service Centers
- Service centers can gain a competitive advantage by providing EV charging stations as part of their offerings
- EV Charging Network Providers
- Companies that specialize in providing EV charging stations can partner with service centers to expand their network footprint and improve usage rates
- Automotive Industry
- Car manufacturers can capitalize on the increased demand for EVs by collaborating with service centers and EV charging providers to improve access to charging stations
