12-Volt EV Battery Maintenance Lifeline

Electric vans are a sustainable choice for fleet operators, but like their fossil-fuel counterparts, they rely on a 12-volt auxiliary battery for essential functions such as unlocking doors, operating lights, controlling the infotainment system and running safety features. Essentially, this small battery ensures that your electric van remains operational and accessible. But if this vital battery goes flat, operators are put out of action because without it the van can’t even be unlocked! This issue called “bricking” has become a major challenge for EV fleets, and presents a potential barrier to EV adoption.

Genie Insights offers an innovative solar solution designed specifically to provide a reliable “trickle charge” to the 12-volt battery to maintain power even during periods of inactivity, or when a so-called “parasitic draw” is being taken by telematics or other ancillary equipment.

Genie Insights’ battery maintenance solution is simple yet effective – a discreet, lightweight and durable solar panel installed on the roof of the van captures sunlight, converting it into electricity to maintain the 12-volt battery’s charge. The complete solution has been designed, tested and proven to generate the optimal voltage required for this eLCV application.

Genie Insights’ solar solution not only aligns with the green values of electric transportation, but also provides peace of mind for busy van fleet operators. So, whether it’s for new EV additions to a fleet or to keep existing vans operational, this solution provides a cost-effective, practical way to ensure uninterrupted operation.

Maximise the efficiency and resilience of your electric fleet with Genie Insights solar panels. For new installations or retrofit options, please contact your leasing company, van converter or body builder, or contact us directly.