EV Fleet Charging

Project Overview

Client: Amey Highways, in partnership with Staffordshire County Council
Sector: Highways Maintenance and Infrastructure
Installation: 2 x 22kW Ratio EV io7 single-socket pedestal chargers
Location: Staffordshire
Charge Point Management System: EVC Connect
Completion Time: 3–4 weeks from contract approval
Technology: Fully load-balanced system for optimal power use

Amey Highways, a global leader in infrastructure services, manages everything from bridge design to road maintenance across the UK and beyond. Working with Staffordshire County Council, the team has been at the forefront of the UK’s push toward zero-emission transport, actively exceeding government ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) mandates.

However, the road to electrification wasn’t straightforward. Like many fleet operators, Amey initially relied on slow three-pin charging, which limited operational flexibility and created range anxiety among drivers. With a growing electric fleet and the need for more reliable, data-driven charging infrastructure, Amey partnered with EVC Solutions to deliver a smarter, future-proof EV charging solution.

The Challenge

Amey faced three key challenges:

1. Limited charging capacity – Existing infrastructure offered only slow charging via domestic-grade sockets. Vehicles often required overnight charging and caused operational delays.
2. Range and downtime issues – Supervisors and technicians often travel across large areas of Staffordshire. With a 120-mile range on some fleet vehicles, time spent waiting to charge on public networks became a major productivity loss.
3. Lack of visibility and control – Without a proper back-office system, Amey had no insight into who was charging, how long vehicles were plugged in, or how efficiently chargers were being used.

Amey and Staffordshire County Council needed a partner who could not only install chargers but also manage the end-to-end process, from initial survey and design through to installation, management, and ongoing support.

The EVC Solution

EVC Solutions conducted a full site survey and identified that the original plan for 7kW chargers would severely limit operational efficiency. Using advanced load balancing (EVC Load Management), the EVC team re-engineered the design to safely deliver two 22kW Ratio EV io7 pedestal chargers, without overloading the site’s electrical capacity.

The result: faster, smarter charging that met both current fleet requirements and future scalability goals.

The installation was completed within three to four weeks of contract approval, with minimal disruption to site operations. EVC Connect, EVC’s intelligent charge point management platform, was deployed to provide real-time visibility, remote monitoring, and data reporting across the charging network.

The Results

1. Operational Efficiency

Charging times have been reduced dramatically. Vehicles can now be recharged quickly during normal work hours, often while staff complete admin tasks, cutting downtime and improving fleet utilisation.

“Everything is so much better, so much quicker. It’s changed the operational way we work dramatically.”
Neil Thorneycroft, Transport Manager, Amey Highways

2. Full Visibility and Control

With EVC Connect, Amey now has complete oversight of its EV charging infrastructure. The system tracks utilisation, energy usage, and charging behaviour in real time, allowing the team to optimise operations and plan for future expansion.

“We can see exactly who’s charging, when, and for how long. We’ve never had that level of visibility before.”
Neil Thorneycroft

3. Seamless User Experience

Each driver now has an RFID card linked to their vehicle. The process is simple: tap, plug, go. The system integrates smoothly with Amey’s operational processes, providing both convenience for drivers and robust data for management.

4. Smarter Energy Management

By introducing load balancing, EVC Solutions enabled Amey to upgrade to higher-capacity chargers without costly infrastructure reinforcement. This ensures faster charging and better energy efficiency, future-proofing the depot for continued EV growth.

“The original survey said we could only have 7kW chargers. EVC came in, did their own survey, and showed us how to safely upgrade to 22kW. That’s made a huge difference.”
Neil Thorneycroft

5. Cost and Carbon Savings

Amey’s business case now demonstrates clear financial and environmental returns. The company can track cost savings per mile versus diesel vehicles and has clear evidence of progress toward its sustainability goals.

“After a certain mileage, you’re literally saving money compared to diesel. The numbers speak for themselves.”
Neil Thorneycroft

The Outcome

Since installation, Amey’s depot has been operating efficiently, with positive feedback from staff and measurable improvements in uptime, cost control, and sustainability reporting. The system’s scalability and robust management features have positioned Amey and Staffordshire County Council to confidently expand their electric fleet in the months ahead.

“The team are over the moon. It’s been so smooth from start to finish, and now we’re ready to order more EVs.”
Neil Thorneycroft

EVC Solutions: Your Partner in Fleet Electrification

EVC Solutions delivers end-to-end EV infrastructure for businesses and local authorities, from consultation and survey through to design, installation, management, and ongoing support. Our expertise ensures your EV investment is seamless, reliable, and future-proof.

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