Charging
Monitor and manage EV charging sessions, track energy consumption, and oversee charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
The Charging sub-module is designed for fleets that include electric vehicles (EVs). It provides tools to monitor charging sessions, track energy consumption and costs, manage charging stations, and ensure your electric fleet stays operational with minimal downtime from charging logistics.
Navigation: Fleet > Charging
Purpose
As more fleet operators adopt electric vehicles, managing charging becomes a critical operational concern. The Charging sub-module allows you to:
- Track all charging sessions across your EV fleet -- when, where, how long, and how much energy was consumed
- Monitor real-time and historical charging costs per vehicle
- Manage charging station assignments and availability
- View charging patterns to optimize scheduling and reduce peak-hour costs
- Track battery health indicators over time
- Ensure vehicles are sufficiently charged before dispatch
The Charging sub-module is only relevant for fleets that include electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles. If your fleet is entirely combustion-engine, this sub-module will be empty but remains available for future EV adoption.
What You Will See
The Charging page is organized into two main views: Charging Sessions and Charging Stations.
Charging Sessions
The default view shows a table of all charging sessions.
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | The EV that was charged (plate number and model) |
| Station / Location | Where the charging took place |
| Start Time | When the charging session began |
| End Time | When the charging session ended |
| Duration | Total time the vehicle was plugged in |
| Energy (kWh) | Amount of energy consumed during the session |
| Cost (AED) | Total cost of the charging session |
| Status | Charging, Completed, Failed, or Interrupted |
Session Statuses
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Charging | Vehicle is currently connected and actively charging |
| Completed | Charging session finished successfully |
| Failed | Charging session encountered an error and did not complete |
| Interrupted | Charging was stopped before reaching target charge level |
Charging Stations
Switch to the Stations tab to manage your charging infrastructure.
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Station Name | Identifier or name of the charging station |
| Location | Physical address or depot location |
| Type | Level 2 (AC), Level 3 (DC Fast Charge), or other |
| Connector Type | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2, or other connector standards |
| Status | Available, In Use, Out of Service, or Maintenance |
| Power Output (kW) | Maximum power delivery capacity |
Logging a Charging Session
Charging sessions can be recorded in two ways:
Automatic Logging
If your charging stations are integrated with TransportechAI via API or telemetry, sessions are logged automatically when a vehicle plugs in and unplugs. The system captures start time, end time, energy consumed, and cost.
Manual Logging
For charging sessions at external stations or locations without integration:
- Click "Log Charging Session" from the Charging Sessions tab.
- Fill in the session details.
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | Yes | Select the EV from the dropdown |
| Station / Location | Yes | Select an internal station or enter an external location name |
| Start Time | Yes | When charging began |
| End Time | Yes | When charging ended |
| Energy (kWh) | Yes | Energy consumed (check the charging receipt or station display) |
| Cost (AED) | No | Total cost of the session. Enter 0 for free charging |
| Notes | No | Additional notes (e.g., "Charged at client location", "Public charger at mall") |
- Click "Save" to record the session.
Accurate energy and cost data is essential for tracking EV operating costs. If you use external public chargers frequently, make sure drivers record the session details promptly. Incomplete data makes it difficult to compare EV costs against combustion vehicle costs.
Managing Charging Stations
If your company operates its own charging stations (at a depot or office), you can manage them in the Stations tab.
Adding a Charging Station
- Switch to the Stations tab and click "Add Station".
- Fill in the station details.
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Station Name | Yes | A unique name or ID for the station (e.g., "Depot A - Charger 1") |
| Location | Yes | Physical address or depot name |
| Type | Yes | Level 2 (AC) or Level 3 (DC Fast Charge) |
| Connector Type | Yes | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2, or other |
| Power Output (kW) | Yes | Maximum power delivery (e.g., 7 kW, 22 kW, 50 kW, 150 kW) |
| Cost per kWh | No | Energy cost rate for this station, used to auto-calculate session costs |
| Notes | No | Additional details about the station |
- Click "Save" to add the station.
Station Status Management
Update station status as conditions change:
| Status | When to Set |
|---|---|
| Available | Station is operational and not currently in use |
| In Use | A vehicle is currently charging at this station |
| Out of Service | Station is non-functional (hardware failure, power outage) |
| Maintenance | Station is undergoing scheduled maintenance or inspection |
Charging Analytics
The top of the Charging page includes summary metrics for your EV fleet:
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Total Sessions (This Month) | Number of charging sessions recorded this month |
| Total Energy (kWh) | Total energy consumed across all EVs this month |
| Total Cost (AED) | Total charging cost this month |
| Avg. Cost per kWh | Average energy cost across all sessions |
| Avg. Session Duration | Average time per charging session |
Per-Vehicle Charging Summary
Each EV's detail page in the Vehicles sub-module includes a charging summary:
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Total Sessions | Lifetime count of charging sessions |
| Total Energy (kWh) | Lifetime energy consumed |
| Total Cost (AED) | Lifetime charging cost |
| Avg. Range per Charge | Average estimated driving range after a full charge |
| Last Charged | Date and time of the most recent charging session |
Best Practices
- Charge during off-peak hours -- If your energy provider offers time-of-use rates, schedule charging during off-peak periods to reduce costs.
- Keep station records current -- Mark stations as Out of Service immediately when they malfunction so drivers do not waste time trying to use them.
- Track cost per kilometer -- Compare charging cost per km against fuel cost per km for your combustion vehicles to measure the financial benefit of electrification.
- Monitor session failures -- Frequent failed or interrupted sessions may indicate a vehicle battery issue or a faulty charging station that needs attention.
- Plan charging around dispatch -- Coordinate with your dispatch team to ensure EVs are fully charged before their scheduled trips. A vehicle dispatched with low charge can cause delays and strand drivers.