How Takealot Slashed Fleet Costs by 12.75% with EV Charging Solutions

In the world of fleet management, cutting costs while going green is the holy grail. Takealot, South Africa's e-commerce giant, just proved it's possible. Working with Aeversa, they've started their transition in their delivery operations with electric trucks and smart EV charging systems.

Takealots' EV trucks ready to do their daily runs

The Challenge: Fuelling Efficiency in an Uncertain Market

Fleet managers know the struggle:

• Skyrocketing fuel costs

• Increasing pressure to achieve ESG goals

• High maintenance costs for traditional vehicles

Takealot faced these issues head-on. With a massive last-mile network, they needed a solution that could handle 300+ km daily runs and fit tight middle mile schedules.

Enter Aeversa's EV Charging Solution

After extensive trials and number-crunching facilitated by Aeversa, Takealot took the plunge. In October 2023, they rolled out 11 JAC electric trucks in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Here's what happened:

1. Lightning-Fast Implementation:

   1. DC fast chargers installed

   2. Vehicles commissioned

   3. Staff trained. All in just three months!
      

2. Smart Energy Management:

   1. Off-peak charging

   2. Dynamic load balancing

   3. Driver training for efficiency

AEVERSA conducting EV efficient driving training with Takealots drivers

The Results: More Than Just Savings

1. 12.75% Average Monthly TCO Savings From January to May 2024, Takealot's wallet got a serious break.

2. Scaling Up = More Savings The more EVs, the cheaper the charging infrastructure per vehicle.

3. Operational Efficiency Boost EVs crushed it on 140-150 km round trips.

4. 39% Drop in Energy Use Per Kilometer Thanks to Aeversa's smart EV software and dynamic load management.

5. 250% Fewer Low Battery Events Proving Aeversa's EV training works in real-world conditions.

6. Exceeding Expectations The program outperformed initial goals, showing the power of EV fleet management.

What's Next? Solar-Powered EV Charging Stations

Takealot isn't stopping here. They're exploring solar power for their EV charging stations, aiming to supply up to 60%-70% of their fleet's energy needs from the sun.

Reando Potgieter, COO of Aeversa, says: "We're proud to help Takealot lead the charge in sustainable logistics. Our EV charging solutions prove that going green can also mean savings"

Aeversa 120 W DC fast-chargers at Takealots distribution center

Want to Calculate Your Fleet's Potential Savings?

Try Aeversa's TCO calculator to see how much you could save with EV fleet charging.

Calculate How Much You Can Save With EVs

Ready to Electrify Your Fleet?

Join our free webinar:

"Maximising TCO Savings with an EV Fleet: A Practical Guide" at the end of August. Register here.

For more info on our Commercial EV Vehicles, EV charging systems and fleet management software:

• Email: info@aeversa.com

Don't let rising fuel costs drain your profits. Discover how transitioning to EV fleets and smart EV charging can transform your operations today!