EV Best Time Off-Peak Module

The Best Time Off-Peak module explains to the reader when the best times are to charge their electric vehicle (EV) during off-peak hours. The module explains how this behavior can ease the strain on the grid. This module is used only in the third introduction email.

Requirements

There are no module-specific requirements. For product requirements, see Requirements and Limitations for EV Charging Coach Emails.

User Experience

The EV Best Time Off Peak module includes:

Header: The header of the module tells the reader that they can save money by charging their EV during off-peak hours. For example, "Save money by charging your EV during off-peak hours"

Extra Mile Statement: This statement tells the reader that they can help make the grid more reliable and affordable. The statement reads, "You can also go the extra mile to make the grid more reliable, affordable and clean by charging at certain times within off-peak hours:"

Tip 1: The first tip is identified by a trophy graphic, the header "Charge when the sun is shining", and is followed by the statement "Make your EV driving even greener by charging in the middle of the day when the grid is filled with clean solar energy."

Tip 2: The second tip is identified by a trophy graphic, the header "Delay your scheduled start time", and is followed by the statement "Help avoid straining the grid at the beginning of off-peak hours, when many people start charging their vehicle, by setting your schedule to start a couple hours into the off-peak period."

Tip 3: The third tip is identified by a trophy graphic, the header "Set a "departure" time", and is followed by the statement "Some vehicles let you set the time you need the car charged and ready to go, and your charging will finish in time for departure. This helps avoid demand spikes on the grid by staggering when EVs start charging."