SparkCharge Revolutionizes EV Fleet Charging with Flexible Charging-as-a-Service

Electrifying vehicle fleets presents a classic chicken-and-egg challenge: should companies invest first in electric vehicles or the charging infrastructure? Many fleets find themselves with vehicles ready but lacking the means to charge them. Joshua Aviv, CEO of SparkCharge, highlights this common scenario where fleets urgently need charging solutions after vehicle acquisition.

SparkCharge’s innovative approach is "charging-as-a-service," where fleets purchase electricity on a per-kilowatt-hour basis while SparkCharge manages all charging logistics. This model allows fleets to avoid upfront infrastructure costs, grid interconnection delays, and complex construction work such as trenching or tunneling.

Initially focused on mobile EV charging for stranded drivers, SparkCharge has expanded its footprint across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico. The company recently raised $15.5 million in Series A-1 funding and secured a $15 million venture loan to accelerate growth and service expansion.

SparkCharge primarily uses mobile chargers powered by batteries or generators fueled by propane, natural gas, or hydrogen. This off-grid capability enables 24/7 fleet operations at locations such as ports, railheads, and manufacturing facilities without waiting for utility grid upgrades.

Fleets can choose between self-service charging with dropped-off equipment or a "white glove" service where SparkCharge handles all aspects, including plugging in vehicles. This flexibility supports fleet growth and eventual transition to permanent depot charging infrastructure.

Pricing typically ranges from $0.35 to $0.60 per kilowatt-hour, competitive with public fast chargers, and is strictly usage-based. This pay-per-use model offers fleets nimbleness to scale charging costs with operational demand, avoiding fixed infrastructure expenses during low seasons.

Broader Significance and Industry Impact

SparkCharge’s model addresses critical barriers to fleet electrification, particularly in underserved regions with limited fast-charging infrastructure. By decoupling vehicle acquisition from infrastructure investment, fleets can accelerate EV adoption without waiting for costly utility upgrades or construction delays.

This approach also supports sustainability goals by enabling more efficient use of renewable energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. As fleets grow, SparkCharge’s flexible service can evolve into permanent infrastructure, ensuring long-term operational resilience and cost efficiency.

For fleet operators, manufacturers, and logistics providers, SparkCharge’s charging-as-a-service offers a pragmatic, scalable solution to the electrification challenge, enabling continuous operations and smoother transitions to a zero-emission future.