Ranger EV provides a platform that transforms standard EV chargers into Ranger Stations, enabling property owners to offer convenient overnight charging for electric vehicle guests. This solution enhances customer loyalty while allowing hosts to generate passive income and manage energy costs effectively.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many vacation rental hosts do not offer EV charging as an amenity, leaving EV-driving guests with the inconvenience of finding and using public charging stations. Hosts may also be concerned about covering the costs of electricity used by guests charging their vehicles.
Solution
Ranger EV provides a platform that allows hosts to share their existing EV chargers or standard outlets with EV-driving guests, creating a "home charging" experience at the rental property. Hosts can turn their chargers into Ranger Stations, enabling them to attract EV-driving guests, generate passive income, and recoup energy costs. The platform facilitates seamless payments and access control, eliminating the need for new hardware or complicated setups.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is vacation rental hosts looking to attract EV-driving guests and monetize their existing EV chargers or outlets.
Features
- Social payment platform for electricity, enabling hosts to charge guests for energy consumption
- Automated access control to manage charger usage
- Guest payment processing
- Host notifications for charger usage and payments
- No additional hardware installation required
- Support for existing EV chargers and standard outlets