U.S. fleets continue preparing for large-scale electrification by 2027, though many organizations are still developing workplace policies for vehicle use and charging, according to new research by The Futurum Group. The findings are based on a survey of 165 large enterprises in the U.S., each with revenues exceeding $100 million.
Policy Gaps Create Risk and Consistency Challenges
While most fleets are technically preparing for EV adoption, many organizations remain behind in developing operational frameworks. These gaps are not slowing adoption but do raise concerns around risk management, consistency, and driver support:
Only 5% of organizations have comprehensive, updated policies covering take-home EV use and at-home charging.
41% of companies lack policies for workplace or residential charging.
More than a third of enterprise leaders currently prevent employees from taking home company EVs, citing financial and operational concerns.
These policy gaps are slowing EV integration, particularly as fleets expand beyond pilot programs into larger-scale deployments.
Home Charging Critical to Growth
Home charging is seen as one of the most important enablers of electrification:
More than half of fleet operators surveyed said facilitating home charging would remove a major hurdle.
About a quarter of organizations are already moving forward with home charging programs, with some covering installation costs and reimbursing employees for electricity.
Operational Best Practices Identified
Fleet managers surveyed identified several best practices for advancing EV adoption while addressing policy needs:
Home charging setup: Conduct site assessments to confirm electrical capacity and obtain approvals.
Driver education: Provide clear guidelines on vehicle use and charging behavior.
Workplace charging rules: Establish policies for charger access, sharing, and reimbursement.
Reimbursement models: Use stipends, per-mile rates, or tracked kWh usage to fairly cover home charging costs.
Telematics integration: Track charging activity to support policy compliance and reimbursement.
Preparing for Next-Phase Electrification
The survey findings emphasize that EV adoption is not only a technology transition but also an operational one. Developing clear policies will be critical to supporting drivers, maintaining compliance, and managing costs.
“As home charging becomes a central part of EV adoption, it’s essential for fleets to implement policies that are both fair and practical,” said Carly Dobbins-Bucklad, strategy and infrastructure senior manager at Ford Pro Charging.
With nearly all fleets surveyed planning to add EVs by 2027, progress will hinge on how effectively organizations align infrastructure investments with operational frameworks that ensure consistency and minimize risk.
