Ranger EV provides a social payment platform that enables property hosts to monetize existing EV charging infrastructure and standard outlets for visiting electric vehicle owners. This solution allows hosts to manage energy sharing and receive payment for electricity consumption without installing new hardware. The platform offers EV guests a convenient, app-free method for overnight charging, positioning properties as EV-friendly destinations.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Electric vehicle (EV) owners often face challenges in finding accessible and reliable charging options, especially when traveling to remote areas or staying at locations without dedicated EV infrastructure. Coordinating and paying for charging at private residences or businesses can be cumbersome and lack transparency.
Solution
Ranger EV provides a social payment platform that connects EV owners with individuals and businesses willing to share their existing power outlets or EV chargers. Hosts can list their charging resources on the platform, set their own pricing, and receive payments directly from EV travelers. Guests can easily locate available charging stations, scan a QR code to initiate a charging session, specify the desired energy amount, and pay through the app. This system eliminates the need for new hardware installations and long-term contracts, enabling a flexible and community-driven EV charging network.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes EV owners seeking convenient charging solutions at homes, vacation rentals, and businesses, as well as property owners interested in monetizing their existing electrical outlets or EV chargers.
Features
- QR code-based access for guests to initiate charging sessions via the Ranger EV app or web interface
- Guest-reported energy usage for reimbursement of hosts
- Location-based discovery of available charging stations
- Flexible pricing control for hosts to set their preferred kWh rate
- Secure payment processing for energy transactions
- Support for any standard outlet or EV charger, regardless of brand or WiFi connectivity
- Host tools for generating and managing custom QR codes for their charging stations