How Takealot and Aeversa Achieve up to 65% Reduction in Energy Costs for Electric Fleets

Overcoming Fuel Costs and Grid Challenges to Achieve Cost-Effective On-Time Deliveries

Electric fleet companies like Takealot face a myriad of challenges when adopting EVs. Grid constraints and variable demand tariffs can complicate charging schedules and slow down electrification projects. Ensuring timely vehicle departures while maintaining efficient energy consumption is crucial for delivery operations. In addition, integrating charging infrastructure seamlessly with the broader fleet management system is another hurdle. Without careful coordination, fleets can face significant downtime or inefficiencies that hinder on-time deliveries and impact the bottom line. The primary concerns were whether EVs could meet the high daily mileage demands, sometimes over 400 km per day, and charge fast enough to meet tight milk run schedules without compromising on reliability, energy source violations and excessive energy costs. Takealot and many other fleet managers in South Africa constantly face rising fuel costs and fluctuating diesel prices, making budget planning increasingly challenging. Traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, with their lower energy efficiency and higher maintenance costs, exacerbate these issues.