🚗 EV Sales Are Up — But Charging Readiness Is Lagging Behind

Electric vehicles are no longer just a “future option” on the lot. They’re front and centre — and customers expect to test drive, charge, and visualise ownership before buying.

Yet many dealerships are still playing catch-up on the infrastructure side.
If your site doesn’t have visible, reliable, and fast EV charging, you’re losing more than power — you’re losing trust.

⚠️ The Sales Floor Problem

Customers walk in, excited to explore EVs — and what do they see?

• No charging bays

• Untidy extension leads

• Staff unsure how to demo smart charging

• No sign of renewable integration

💬 “If the dealership isn’t ready, how can I be?”

⚡ The Infrastructure Every EV-Ready Showroom Needs

Here’s what the best-performing dealerships are investing in:

✅ 1. Visible Charging Bays

Not just a socket hidden around the back. Customers want to see fast, clean chargers up front — ideally with clear signage and space to park and charge.

✅ 2. Multiple Charger Types

Type 2 chargers are standard, but some EVs need CCS or CHAdeMO for fast demos.
Don’t let an EV sit undriven because the charger doesn’t fit.

✅ 3. Smart Charger Integration

Show customers how to:

• Schedule charging overnight

• Charge from solar

• Track usage via app

This adds real sales value, not just functionality.

✅ 4. Load Management Systems

Don’t trip the main fuse trying to charge five cars at once.
Flare installs load-balancing tech that distributes charge safely and efficiently across your lot.

💰 The Business Case: More Than Just Charging

EV charging isn’t a cost — it’s a sales tool.

• Demo the tech that buyers are nervous about

• Increase trust with infrastructure that matches your EV lineup

• Keep vehicles charged for test drives and deliveries

• Attract foot traffic and boost your green credentials

🛠️ What Flare Can Do for You

Whether you manage a single forecourt or a nationwide franchise, Flare Electrical designs and installs EV infrastructure tailored to your dealership’s layout, load capacity, and vehicle brands.

• OZEV-approved fast chargers

• Load balancing & smart back-office tools

• Solar integration options

• Clean cable routing and signage

• Ongoing maintenance & support

🔋 Be the Dealership That Sells More by Charging Smarter

Let us help you transform your forecourt from outdated to EV-ready — and show your customers that you're not just selling the future. You're already plugged in.

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