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Smarter EV route planning and charging for logistics fleets

Electrifying your fleet is a bold step toward sustainability but it’s only half the journey.

The real challenge lies in planning routes that account for range, charging stops, delivery windows, and vehicle load. Whether you're exploring electrification or already managing electric vehicles, PTV Logistics provides intelligent EV routing tools that help you optimize operations, reduce costs, and stay ahead of regulatory goals.

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EV routing and charging: What makes electric fleet planning unique

When it comes to electric vehicles, route planning and charging becomes a whole new challenge. Unlike combustion engines, EVs are affected by more than just distance — vehicle load, terrain, temperature, and charging availability, all impact range. And for logistics fleets, that complexity scales fast.

Traditional route planners weren’t built for this. They don’t account for real-time charging infrastructure, battery performance under load, or multi-stop delivery constraints. That’s why logistics companies need tools designed specifically for electric fleets: tools that combine smart routing with intelligent charging strategies.

PTV Logistics provides capabilities for EV fleets that go beyond the basics, factoring in everything from vehicle type and payload to topography, charger compatibility, and charging duration. It’s about ensuring every route is operationally feasible, energy-efficient, and delivery-ready.

The hidden costs of poor EV planning


Switching to electric vehicles is a strategic move but without the right planning tools, it can quickly become operationally risky and financially inefficient. 

Fleet operators face a unique set of challenges when routing EVs:  

  • Underutilized vehicles due to range anxiety
  • Missed deliveries from unavailable or incompatible chargers
  • Manual planning that doesn’t scale across large fleets
  • Higher TCO from inefficient charging strategies
  • Limited visibility into battery status and infrastructure

With regulations tightening and customer expectations rising, logistics companies can’t afford to treat EV routing as an afterthought. They need tools that are built for the complexity of electric logistics. 

Step-by-step guide

The EV transition for logistics fleets

Electrifying a fleet is a strategic transformation. Our whitepaper, “The EV Transition,” explores the operational, financial, and regulatory considerations that logistics companies face when moving to electric vehicles. Learn how to overcome range anxiety, optimize charging, and plan routes that keep your fleet efficient and compliant. 

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What to look for in an EV Route Planner

Smarter tools for smarter fleets


Here’s what to look for in a route planner built for electric logistics:

EV analysis

Dynamic range prediction

Adjusts for load, terrain, temperature, and driving behavior.

EVtruck charging time

Charger-aware routing

Includes real-time availability, plug type compatibility, and charging duration.

EV charging optimization

Multi-stop optimization

Plans complex delivery routes with charging integrated seamlessly.

EV sectorization of fleets

Fleet-wide scalability

Supports planning across multiple vehicles, depots, and regions.

Digital transformation

Integration-ready

Connects with telematics, TMS, and energy management systems.

Meet the EV Route Planner designed for logistics

When your fleet depends on precision, you need more than a generic EV app. You need a solution engineered for the complexity of logistics.  

PTV EV Truck Route Planner is purpose-built to help logistics operators plan smarter, drive further, and charge more efficiently, all while staying compliant.

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Range-aware routing

Plans routes based on battery capacity, consumption, and charging needs.
 

Custom vehicle profiles

Tailors routing to different EV models and configurations.

Charging stop integration

Automatically includes compatible charging stations along the route.
 

Real-time traffic 
and road data

Ensures accurate ETAs and route feasibility.

Truck-specific navigation

Considers vehicle dimensions, weight, and road restrictions.
 

Recognized for driving 
sustainable logistics 

Winner of the Eco Performance Award 2024 for advancing EV routing technology that supports greener fleet operations. 

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Trying to meet emissions targets without disrupting delivery KPIs?

PTV Logistics helps you electrify your fleet while keeping performance and planning fully optimized. 

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