The startup provides electric truck services that assist waste haulers in transitioning to electric fleets, thereby reducing local air pollution and enhancing community cleanliness. Their offering includes a fixed monthly fee for the acquisition, installation, and operation of electric trucks, streamlining the electrification process for waste management companies.
Funding
$3.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Waste management companies face increasing pressure to reduce emissions and comply with environmental regulations, but the upfront costs and complexities of transitioning to electric vehicle (EV) fleets can be a significant barrier. Diesel-powered waste trucks contribute to air and noise pollution, impacting community health and sustainability goals.
Solution
Roundtrip EV Solutions offers a comprehensive, end-to-end service that enables waste haulers and municipalities to transition to electric truck fleets with a predictable monthly fee. The company handles all aspects of fleet electrification, including site evaluation, route optimization, charging infrastructure design and implementation, vehicle procurement, and ongoing maintenance. Roundtrip EV's solution integrates electric trucks, chargers, and proprietary fleet management software to maximize uptime, minimize energy costs, and provide real-time performance monitoring.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes waste hauling companies and municipalities seeking a cost-effective and reliable solution for transitioning to electric waste truck fleets.
Features
- Site assessment to determine optimal EV fleet configuration, considering route structure and electrical service capacity
- Turnkey charging infrastructure deployment, including electrical drawings, utility permits, and coordination with local providers
- Negotiation of financial terms for trucks, chargers, and software, leveraging available city, state, federal, and utility rebates
- Integration of trucks, chargers, and software systems for optimized performance and ongoing compatibility
- Comprehensive maintenance program, including OEM-vetted preventive maintenance, remote diagnostics, tire replacement, and vehicle/charger repair
- Energy management system that monitors electricity usage, optimizes charging during off-peak hours, and maximizes battery life
- Proprietary fleet management software providing a single dashboard view of fleet performance, state of charge, and energy consumption
- Continuous fleet optimization based on new technologies and incentives