E-Mobility telematics for mixed fleets: data, hardware and EV transition
The shift toward electric mobility is no longer a future scenario for fleet operators and telematics service providers. It is already happening, often in a complex and imperfect form. Most businesses are not replacing their fleets overnight but are instead managing mixed environments where electric vehicles operate alongside traditional ICE vehicles. This reality raises new questions about data consistency, location accuracy, hardware design and long term scalability. These topics were at the center of a recent Navixy podcast conversation with Kseniya Dolia from Teltonika Telematics, focused on what being truly EV ready means today.
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Why EV readiness starts with the use case, not the engine
One of the core insights from the discussion was that e-mobility readiness is not defined by whether a vehicle is electric or fuel powered. It starts with understanding the use case. From Teltonika’s perspective, hardware and firmware design must begin with the operational scenario the business is trying to solve. Delivery vans, shared scooters, industrial forklifts and city service vehicles all have very different requirements, even if they are all electric.
This approach directly impacts device form factor, power design, supported interfaces and the type of vehicle data that needs to be collected. Focusing only on the engine type risks creating solutions that look modern on paper but fail under real operational conditions.
Managing mixed fleets with comparable and actionable data
For businesses running mixed fleets, one of the biggest challenges is decision making based on facts rather than assumptions. Fleet managers and executives need to compare EVs and ICE vehicles using the same data driven lens. Telematics enables this comparison by exposing real operating costs, uptime, mileage, energy consumption and charging behavior across different vehicle types.
These insights become especially important when regional factors come into play. Regulations around emissions differ from country to country, as do climate conditions and charging infrastructure maturity. What makes sense for EV adoption in one region may not translate directly to another. Telematics data helps businesses understand where electrification delivers value and where it may introduce hidden operational risks.
Urban accuracy as a critical requirement for E-Mobility fleets
Urban environments present a unique challenge for fleet tracking. Dense city centers, underground parking and tunnels often break traditional GPS positioning. For shared mobility services, last mile delivery and rental operations, inaccurate location data quickly turns into operational inefficiency, customer frustration and billing disputes.
Teltonika addresses this challenge through multi constellation and multi frequency GNSS support combined with dead reckoning technology. When satellite signals are weak or unavailable, onboard sensors such as gyroscopes and accelerometers allow the device to estimate movement and maintain a continuous track. This capability is particularly valuable in cities where visibility is limited and precision matters down to a few meters.
Flexible CAN data integration in a fragmented EV landscape
Unlike traditional vehicles, electric mobility platforms rely on highly diverse CAN protocols. Data structures differ not only between manufacturers but also between individual models. This fragmentation makes rigid integrations fragile and difficult to scale.
A key design choice discussed in the podcast was giving solution providers more control over CAN data configuration. By allowing partners to define which parameters are collected for specific vehicles, Teltonika reduces dependency on centralized protocol management. This flexibility protects projects from sudden OEM firmware changes and supports confidential integrations where protocols cannot be shared openly.
OTA updates as a foundation for scalable EV deployments
Remote firmware updates are no longer optional in modern telematics deployments. As EV models evolve rapidly and OEMs push frequent software changes, maintaining devices manually in the field becomes impossible. OTA updates and remote configuration ensure that fleets remain operational without physical intervention.
For e-mobility projects, this capability is especially important. Devices must adapt not only to vehicle updates but also to new regulatory requirements, data needs and platform integrations. Without OTA support, scaling an EV fleet quickly turns into a logistical and financial burden.
Turning EV data into ESG and financial insights
Telematics is increasingly used beyond daily fleet operations. Sustainability reporting and ESG compliance are becoming key drivers for data adoption. Stakeholders expect measurable results rather than high level statements about electrification.
Battery state of charge, state of health, charging behavior and energy consumption provide concrete evidence of progress toward sustainability goals. At the same time, these metrics help extend battery life and reduce total cost of ownership. For finance and operations teams, this data bridges the gap between environmental targets and economic reality.
Shared E-Mobility and the role of asset protection
Shared scooters and e-bikes offer a clear example of how telematics directly supports business stability. Accurate positioning enables better asset distribution and demand analysis, while continuous tracking protects against theft and loss. Using backup power sources for devices ensures visibility even when vehicles are parked or powered off.
Although this adds upfront cost, it significantly improves asset security and service reliability. For rental and sharing models, telematics becomes an investment in operational continuity rather than a simple tracking tool.
Where E-Mobility telematics is heading next
Looking ahead, the growth of electric mobility is expanding beyond passenger vehicles and two wheelers. Electric forklifts, industrial vehicles, golf carts and specialized equipment represent emerging opportunities for telematics providers. In some regions, regulation accelerates adoption. In others, consumer demand for sustainable services drives the shift.
Across all markets, one theme remains consistent. Successful telematics solutions are built through collaboration. Hardware manufacturers, platform providers and solution integrators must stay closely aligned to deliver systems that work in real world conditions.
The transition to e-mobility is not just about electrification. It is about accuracy, adaptability and data that supports smarter decisions. Telematics sits at the center of this transformation, turning complex mixed fleets into measurable, manageable and scalable operations.
Build your EV or mixed fleet solution
If you are planning to launch or scale an EV or mixed fleet telematics project, the right combination of hardware, data and platform integration makes all the difference.
Contact Sales to discuss your use case and see how Navixy, together with Teltonika devices, can help you deliver accurate, scalable and future ready e-mobility solutions.