Changelog

What if you can generate a true-to-scale layout with a title block that auto-populates the count of EV stalls and chargers? What if we told you that you can do that in 1 minute?

Introducing our game-changing layout generator feature. And yes, we're using "game-changing" unironically here because it's that good!

Here's how it works:

• Answer a few quick questions about the type and number of chargers
• Watch EVpin magically generate your layout
• Equipment and stall counts are auto-populated on the title block with your logo on it

We've eliminated the need for vicinity maps. Your layouts are fully dynamic. Site hosts can zoom in and out to see exactly where your proposed layout sits.

We’re excited to share that you can now download your EVpin reports as PDFs—a feature many of you have been asking for.

We know how useful it is to print your reports or share them with stakeholders. Now you can do it in just a few clicks. Whether you’re taking it to a meeting or sending it to a partner, this new export option makes it easy to get your insights where they need to go.

We’re excited to launch the Rebates Tracker! It’s a free tool built to help you navigate the landscape of utility and state programs across the country. With a quick look, you can see which states have the most incentives, filter by charging levels, and track the growth of rebates over time for the top 9 states. We’ve designed it to save you hours of research, so you can spend more time planning your projects and less time hunting down information.

We’re thrilled to introduce the EV Charging Infrastructure Tracker. It is our way of giving back to the community and supporting the growth of EV charging stations within the US.

You can monitor developments at a macro level, spot trends, and make informed decisions. Whether you’re a network operator, site planner, or simply interested in the EV space, this resource is here to keep you updated and informed.

Our Filters feature makes it easy for companies to look at the reliability of nearby stations. We have a 5-star rating system based on real reviews. You can easily filter by stations based on their review score.

In addition you can view upcoming charging stations from all the leading charging networks by filtering for Coming Soon sites. This upgrade helps you get a clear picture of the competitive landscape in any area, so you can plan ahead with confidence.

We dropped dot app, we’re now EVpin.com. This isn’t just a milestone for us—it’s a testament to our commitment to providing you with the best possible tools for selecting EV charging locations. And we’re only getting started.

A mid sized L2 charging firm reached out to us to help them identify multi unit properties in 30 US cities. Previously they were spending weeks trying to source this information. Now they can do it in seconds using EVpin’s zoning map layer.

Sending estimates is a constant in site prospecting. You might prospect hundreds of sites just to secure a few. That's why we built Estimates. Now, you can share pricing with clients in a couple of minutes.

No more waiting on the marketing team or spending hours formatting. Your estimates always look professional no matter what. It's a faster way to get proposals out the door.

Introducing our new zoning map overlay!

This feature provides instant access to zoning information, land use details, and minimum setbacks with just one click.

Save time and money by avoiding extensive municipal code research and expensive legal consultations.

Use this feature to confidently assess a site's potential before engaging legal experts, available in all major metro areas.

Sites with insufficient power capacity can delay your timeline by up to two years! That's why we're thrilled to introduce our new power capacity map layer, your secret weapon for quickly finding sites with available power.

This feature is available exclusively to EVpin Pro subscribers. It serves as a powerful tool to help you visualize available and unavailable power capacity in select areas within California. We're working to expand coverage to include more states in the coming months. We can't wait for you to try it out!

We're beyond excited to announce the release of our new map layer: Tesla Planned Sites ⚡️

You can filter these sites by status: permit, planned, and NEVI. Here's what they mean:

• Permit Sites: Locations with approved permits or permits filed.
• Planned Sites: Confirmed locations that might not have permits filed yet.
• NEVI Sites: NEVI-approved locations.

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, please note we make no warranty regarding the completion or availability of these sites.

Today's update is a much needed revamp of the site assessment reports as well as thoughtful improvement to our utilization algorithm.

• ⚡🔌 Generate L2 or DCFC specific reports: Reports are now tailored to specific use cases. For example, when you're on the Usage tab and select level 2 as your use case, the generated report will default to displaying results for level 2. This means your clients and stakeholders won't need to adjust filters to view the utilization score for Level 2 or DCFC; the report will remember your selection
• ☕️ Not all amenities are created equal: Not all amenities are suitable for every type of EV charging station. Level 2 charging takes longer, requiring a different kind of nearby amenity compared to DC fast charging (DCFC).

Imagine you have a list of one hundred 7-Eleven locations, and you want to identify the top 20 sites for installing charging stations.

With Batch Search, all you need to do is upload an Excel file, and voila! Within minutes, we'll send you a link to download an Excel file with everything populated.

It's that simple!

Starting today EVpin users will have the ability to filter traffic volume data based on specific types of vehicles, such as trucks and combination trucks. We've also updated our data to show the most recent traffic volume information.

You can click on each tract to view various insightful information about the area of your interest such as age, income, flooding risks, race breakdown, tract population, and much more.

Working with a site host or owner who isn't interested in incentives/rebates? No problem, hide them by toggling off the rebates section.

With our new report customizations, EVpin users are able to show what matters by hiding and reordering sections.

We meant it when we said Utilization Projections was just version one! Last week's launch got a lot of you pretty excited, and today, we have another big update to share. We've made a big improvement to our projection algorithm. Now you can tweak it to better match your specific needs. Whether you're proposing Level 2 or DCFC chargers, this update is all about helping you get projections that fit your needs.

This feature is what happens when you combine three fields into one: photorealistic 3D design, architecture and computer science. You can create fully interactive reports in just a few clicks. These reports can include site-specific 3D renderings, designed to help you increase your close rate by 40%. You can share these reports with anyone, no account needed.

They'll have your company's logo on them, and you can see how many times each report's been viewed.

Population Density & 30C Credit: We are excited to announce the addition of Population Density and 30C Credit Eligibility maps. Both maps are designed to provide you with more insights to help you with site selection.

The EVpin team is back at it again with new data metric: weather data!

This addition is crucial, as extreme weather conditions, both cold and hot, significantly impact (EV) driving range and frequency of charging.

By incorporating this data, EVpin empowers site developers with more insights, enabling them to strategically plan and optimize charging sites for areas facing harsh weather conditions.

This integration not only addresses a critical aspect of EV infrastructure planning but also demonstrates our commitment to providing comprehensive, data-driven solutions for the evolving needs of site developers.

When selecting a charging site, maintenance and security stand out as two important considerations for charging networks and charge point operators. High maintenance costs can be a significant concern, especially in areas with high property crimes, as charging equipment might face a greater risk of vandalism. Such scenarios could even suggest the installation of CCTV cameras for added safety.

In light of these concerns, we're thrilled to announce an exciting update on EVpin. Introducing our latest feature: the integration of violent and property crime data! This feature will enable many of you to accurately gauge project costs, especially when considering safety measures like CCTV cameras. This level of detail will empower you to make more informed decisions, simplifying your site selection process.

Happy New Year! Wishing you a healthy and successful 2024!

We are really excited to launch EVpin Assessment Reports, a new and improved way of sharing information with your colleagues and stakeholders.

We are excited to announce the release of our Rebates and Incentives features! Upon searching for an address, you will now have access to all available in select states.

We designed this feature to only show you the most relevant information. It filters out any utility rebates or incentives that don't apply to a specific address. This means that if a utility company offers an incentive but it's not available in the service area of the address you're looking up, we won't display that incentive. This approach ensures clarity by only presenting you with available programs that are actually applicable to what you're looking up.

No more screenshots and switching between Paint or PowerPoint to design your charging sites. Designer Mode allows you to draw directly on a live map, offering an interactive way to propose charging site locations. We're also working on a sharing feature to comment or collaborate with stakeholders directly within the app.

This update adds the integration of violent and property crime data compared to national averages. This feature will enable you to accurately gauge project costs, especially when considering safety measures like CCTV cameras. This level of detail will empower you to make more informed decisions, simplifying your site selection process.

Power Service Areas

Your utility research just got easier with our new area map layer. This new addition helps you visualize where different power companies are operating across the U.S. Give it a try by navigating to the Layers menu toggling the Power Service Areas layer.

Nearby Charging Stations

We've made our Nearby Charging Station feature even better. To activate this feature, simply input an address in the search bar. Once activated, navigate to the filter menu and use the slider to set your preferred search radius, which can be anywhere from 5 to 50 miles. Additionally, you can drag the green pin on the map to explore the number of charging stations in different cities or counties.

EVpin now provides you with EV registration breakdown on a zip code and county level for each address search. This feature is only available in select states. We are working to expand this feature to more states in the coming months.

This week's feature is focused on calculating the 1-mile travel distance from a highway exit, which you may find valuable for NEVI sites. With EVpin, calculating this is now as easy as inputting your site address. You can fine-tune the travel distance by dragging the pins to their ideal location.