Electric vehicle charging stations allow motorists to attach their vehicles to an electric grid. City Parking provides garages with electric vehicle charging stations; this provides EV drivers with convenient options. Here are a few benefits of offering electric charging stations in parking garages:
Eco-Friendly Parking Solutions
Offering electric vehicle charging stations in parking garages helps promote sustainable transportation options. Electric vehicles utilize electric drive components and batteries. The use of electric vehicles helps lower carbon emissions. Vehicles and hybrid cars operating in all-electric mode do not produce tailpipe emissions. Hybrid electric vehicles also use regenerative braking; this process means that the vehicle is able to reuse energy that was utilized during braking, allowing it to use less fuel than traditional cars.
Electric vehicle charging stations provide a charging port and a connector to plug in the vehicle for refueling. A single port charges one car, and a charging post has multiple ports to use. Having multiple electric vehicle charging stations in parking garages allows more cars to recharge. City Parking’s maintenance team is able to install charging stations in garages.
Convenient Charging Station Access
Garages can be located near bus stations or found near event stadiums or retail locations, and some are attached to office buildings or stores. Having more garages with charging stations makes refueling more convenient, as it allows electric vehicle drivers to park near their destination or a connecting commuting station. They are able to charge their car while running errands, working, or seeing a sporting event, rather than having to charge their vehicles at home. This makes it easier to travel with an electric vehicle.
Parking reservation services allow drivers to find garages with EV charging stations ahead of time and select a parking spot to use. This may save drivers time by eliminating the need to drive around the city to find charging stations. Convenient EV charger access helps lower traffic, and it allows drivers to get to their jobs and appointments on time.
Daily passes are appropriate for drivers who need parking for a one-time event or short stays in a city. Monthly passes allow drivers to reserve parking stalls on a monthly basis for regular commutes; this helps EV drivers plan their charging times. For additional convenience, City Parking offers automatic payment options for monthly passes.
Security for Drivers
Having electric charging stations in garages offers secure locations for drivers to park and charge their cars. Some garages have entrances that require parking passes to enter. This helps prevent unauthorized access, and it may prevent reserved parking stalls from being taken, lowering the chances of an electric vehicle being stolen or vandalized. Some garages utilize license plate recognition technology to identify authorized customers. Garage management companies such as City Parking provide security cameras and parking attendants in some garages to provide additional precautionary measures. The presence of more people helps lower the chances of attempted theft or assault of motorists. Security cameras also allow employees to see suspicious activity and intervene or turn over evidence to the proper authorities.
Increased Customer Attendance
EV charging stations in a parking garage welcome electric and hybrid vehicles, allowing more drivers to park in the garage. These types of vehicles include medium and heavy-duty models; having wider stalls along with charging stations invites a larger range of vehicles to the garage. This can result in higher attendance and lead to increased revenue for the garage, providing more funds for renovations or employees. Examples include:
- Increasing the number of attendants
- Painting over vandalism or fading lines
- Adding additional lighting or security cameras
Revenue for employee wages also allows attendants and other garage workers to make purchases at nearby businesses and entertainment centers, impacting the local economy. Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems work to track revenue, and setting up a historic database makes it easier to track the data. Tracking revenue streams and garage attendance helps guide decisions for garage operations. City Parking offers PARCS selection and installation services.
Learn More About Parking Garages
Having electric vehicle charging stations available in garages can help promote market acceptance and more widespread use of electric vehicles. City Parking offers 10% daily parking discounts through our loyalty program for motorists. We also provide facility maintenance services, and we follow regular cleaning and inspection schedules. To learn more about parking garages, we invite you to contact us today.