In the rapidly advancing world of electric vehicles (EVs), the need for a robust and widespread charging infrastructure has never been more critical. Enter Pluggedinn, an innovative app designed to bridge the gap between EV owners and homeowners with private chargers. We provide a seamless platform for homeowners to advertise their home EV chargers and for EV drivers to find and book these chargers conveniently. This app is set to revolutionise the way we charge our EVs, making it easier, more accessible, and cost-effective for everyone involved.
Overview:
Pluggedinn is a user-friendly mobile application that connects EV owners with individuals who have private home chargers. The app offers a dual-functionality service, acting as a marketplace for homeowners to list their chargers and a discovery tool for EV drivers to find nearby chargers to either use on the route or at the destination to avoid adding on extra time. With Pluggedinn, you can earn extra income by renting out your home charger and, as an EV driver, you can find reliable and affordable charging options wherever you are.
Key Features
User Registration and Profiles:
Homeowners: Create a profile to list your home charger. Include details such as charger type, charging speed, availability, location, pricing and add pictures of where the charger is located.
EV Drivers: Create a profile to search for and book charging stations. Save your favourite locations, track your charging history, and rate your experiences.
Listing a Charger:
Detailed Listings: Homeowners can provide comprehensive information about their chargers, including photos, descriptions, pricing, and special instructions.
Availability Calendar: Set the availability of your charger, allowing you to manage bookings and ensure your charger is available when needed.
Finding a Charger: Map and List Views: EV drivers can search for chargers using a map view or list view, filtering by their choice.
Real-Time Availability: See real-time availability of chargers, ensuring you can find an open spot when you need it.
Booking and Payment: Secure Payments: Integrated payment system allows for secure transactions. Drivers can pay for charging sessions directly through the app.
Booking Confirmation: Receive instant confirmation of your booking with details on how to access the charger.
Ratings and Reviews: Feedback System: After a charging session, drivers can rate and review the charger and homeowner. Homeowners can also rate drivers.
Trust and Safety: Build a community of trust with transparent reviews and ratings, helping users make informed decisions.
How Pluggedinn Works.
-Homeowners: Sign Up and List: Download the Pluggedinn app, create a profile, and list your charger with all necessary details.
-Set Preferences: Set your charger’s availability, pricing, and any specific instructions for drivers.
-Earn Income: Once listed, EV drivers can find and book your charger. You earn money for every charging session.
EV Drivers:
-Find and Book: Use the app to locate nearby chargers, view availability, and book a slot that fits your schedule.
-Charge and Go: Arrive at the location, plug in your vehicle, and start charging. The app handles payment and session tracking.
-Rate and Review: After your session, leave a rating and review to help other drivers make informed choices
Benefits of Using Pluggedinn
For Homeowners:
-Monetize your Charger: Turn your idle home charger into a source of income
-Flexible Schedule: Control the availability of your charger to fit your lifestyle
-Community Contribution: Help expand the charging network and support the growth of electric vehicles
EV Drivers:
-Convenience: Find chargers wherever you are, reducing range anxiety and ensuring you’re never far from a power source
-Cost-Effective: Competitive pricing compared to public charging stations, with transparent fees
-Reliability: Access a network of trusted and rated home chargers, ensuring a reliable charging experience