Solar Solutions for Commercial Vehicles

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Modern commercial vehicles rely on a growing number of auxiliary systems – telemetry, cameras, communications, refrigeration, air curtains, and tail lifts – to keep operations running smoothly. However, these power demands often exceed the capacity of standard vehicle and auxiliary batteries, forcing engines to idle for supplementary power and leading to frequent battery failures and reduced battery life.

Genie Insights’ solar panels for commercial vehicles provide a proven solution: solar panels that harness sustainable energy, providing an efficient, cost-effective way to keep fleet batteries charged. Our solar products enhance fleet reliability, reduce downtime, and support operators’ sustainability goals, all while cutting down on engine idling and maintenance costs.

Transport Solar Applications

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TRICKLE CHARGE SYSTEMS

FOR OPTIMAL BATTERY MAINTENANCE

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AUTONOMOUS POWER

FOR ENERGY REDIRECTION FROM VEHICLE BATTERIES

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Sustainable Power Management for Commercial Fleets

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IMPROVE BATTERY HEALTH

Well-maintained batteries support a healthy vehicle. By redirecting power demand to solar energy, batteries experience less strain, leading to longer battery life, fewer breakdowns, and increased fleet reliability.

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REDUCE TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP

Maintaining battery health reduces downtime and repair costs. And while fuel savings may not be the primary goal, using solar power can also decrease fuel consumption and lower overall fleet expenses.

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REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS

By redirecting power demands to solar, engine runtime and idling can be reduced, cutting reliance on fossil fuels. By actively helping fleet operators overcome barriers to EV adoption, Genie Insights is supporting the industry’s transition to cleaner, greener fleets.

State-of-the-Art CIGS Solar Technology

Genie Insights utilises advanced CIGS (Copper, Indium, Gallium Selenide) technology to capture solar energy in a format suitable for commercial fleets.

Industry-Leading Efficiency

As well as operating at a higher voltage than conventional solar solutions, our unique system works in low light, cloudy days and even in shading from buildings in town centres.

Lightweight, Sleek Design

Custom modules, weighing less than 3kg per square metre and only 3mm thick when bonded, fit seamlessly onto your vehicle’s roof, eliminating drag and preserving payload capacity.

Robust & Flexible

Because our panels are glass and poly-silicon free, they flex with the curvature of a vehicle roof, and are shatterproof, resistant to vibrations, and cannot crack or fracture.

Unique Construction

All our solar products are proudly manufactured in the UK using a proprietary encapsulation process, backed by extensive R&D investment.

No Heat By-Product

Unlike traditional panels, CIGS does not generate heat, eliminating the risk of overheating and potential fire hazards.

Customisable & Off-The-Shelf Options

In addition to standard panels for popular applications, we provide tailored solutions to ensure optimal power output for your fleet’s unique needs.

Suitable For New Equipment Or Retrofitment

Available for fitment to newly commissioned equipment or for retrofit via our extensive nationwide installation network.

Non-Invasive Installation

Our ‘peel and stick’ technology eliminates the need for mechanical fixings or punctures, preventing water ingress and potential vehicle damage.

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Unparalleled Product Assurance

Our complete solar solution is backed by a suite of certifications that guarantee quality, safety and performance. Each certification signifies rigorous testing and strict adherence to the highest industry standards, providing our customers with unmatched peace of mind.

  • International quality standards
  • Rigorous fire safety testing
  • IP67 water and dust ingress protection
  • Vibration and mechanical shock resistance testing
  • Whole vehicle type approval
  • Ethical supply chain auditing practices
  • Industry-leading warranty

A Complete Solution for Optimal Performance

Our unique approach to providing solar solutions considers a range of factors through our consultation process to ensure the system is designed to match your requirements.

Our modular photovoltaic systems can be tailored using our unrivalled range of panels:

  • More than 140 different sizes
  • Panels ranging from 50W to 360W
  • Panel lengths of up to 5 metres
  • Single, dual or triple lane panel options
  • New square option suitable for next generation van models
  • Undermount connector option for enhanced aesthetics

This extensive range, combined with our precise modelling methodology, allows us to customise solutions for optimal performance.

In some cases, we look beyond the solar panel and work with key partners to deliver a full system including lithium battery combinations and/or ‘smart’ charge controllers.

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Become a Solar Partner

We work on a wholesale basis with a range of OEMs, vehicle leasing companies, vehicle converters, bodybuilders and other installation partners to develop and supply solar systems for various transport applications, even offering ‘white labelling’ as required.

Reliable Fleet Refrigeration

Harness renewable solar energy to maintain your transport refrigeration battery health and reliability.

12-Volt EV Battery Maintenance Lifeline

Avoid the widespread issue of “bricking” with a solar-powered “trickle charge” to the 12-volt battery.

24-Volt Battery Supplementary Power

Offset the draw from in-cab electrical accessories with a battery maintenance solar solution.

Autonomous Power in Waste & Recycling Fleets

Improve fuel efficiency and reduce alternator strain with a solar-covered roof.

Fleet Security

Ensure fleet security remains functional with a reliable feed of solar energy to the battery.

Agri Equipment Battery Maintenance Solution

Keep batteries charged and operational with a dependable “trickle charge” that keeps the 12-volt battery maintained.

Working in partnership with

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