The Mobility House adds dynamic energy pricing to ChargePilot
Electricity markets in Europe remain volatile due to the growing share of renewable generation. The Mobility House Solutions reports 457 hours of negative power prices in Germany in 2024 alone. By charging during such periods, operators can earn money while using power, supporting both cost efficiency and grid stability.
Linked to real-time price data, ChargePilot automatically schedules charging during periods of low or negative electricity prices. However, the system prioritises vehicle availability and reliability over cost. Its hierarchy is clear: comply with local power limits, meet mobility needs, then minimise costs.
The energy management system acts as the interface between electric fleets and the energy system, managing charging in real time. It balances peak loads and distributes available power efficiently, ensuring optimal use of the grid connection and avoiding costly extensions.
According to the company, the feature enables average energy cost savings of 25–30%, with potential reductions of up to 50% depending on market conditions. “The vision: #ZeroZero – zero emissions at zero cost,” the company stated.
The system’s benefits are already proven at Amsterdam Airport, where dynamic tariff optimisation was applied to Transdev Connexxion’s electric bus fleet. Energy costs there fell by around 30% without affecting operations. Following pilot projects at DC charging sites, The Mobility House Solutions is now extending the functionality to AC infrastructure across its customer base.
“We are continuously developing ChargePilot to intelligently connect vehicles and energy,” said Jan Wenke, Director Product and Technology, The Mobility House Solutions. “Dynamic tariff optimisation takes this a step further, reducing strain on the grid and helping fleets operate even more economically.”
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