KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA, November 8, 2024 – CityVitae has partnered with a prominent residential and vacation community, Emerald Island, located at the heart of the Orlando Disney Resort area in the city of Kissimmee. This property offers both short and long-term rentals, and realized they were missing out on short-term opportunities when the renters were driving electric vehicles (EVs).
As the rental car market becomes increasingly electric, vacation destinations must adapt to accommodate these drivers. Many short-term guests inquired about the availability of EV charging and even chose to stay elsewhere due to the lack of facilities.
“Short-term and vacation rentals play a vital role in the state’s economy, and many are now realizing they risk losing some of these renters if they lack on-site EV chargers. Emerald Island’s recognition of this need aligns perfectly with our commitment to expanding highly efficient, conveniently located EV charging solutions across the state of Florida, designed thoughtfully from A to Z with the needs of hosts and EV drivers in mind.” – Pere Francino, CEO of CityVitae
Given the size of the property, there were many possible locations to install the chargers, but CityVitae carefully selected the main entrance near the clubhouse. Installing chargers in this high-traffic area ensures maximum visibility and convenience for both residents and visitors, allowing them to use the amenities while charging their vehicles.
CityVitae has strategically chosen not to require drivers to have a membership in order to charge, which is very convenient for short-term renters.
“Membership is a great business model to increase revenue, but in a market where ease-of-use is a universal demand, we believe that it could shut drivers out of the market and prevent them from getting the charging services they need.” – Pere Francino, CEO of CityVitae
CityVitae’s app offers a user-friendly interface that allows drivers to easily monitor charging progress, manage payments, and receive notifications. The registration process can be completed in under 60 seconds and doesn’t require a membership, allowing short-term renters to easily register for Emerald Island’s charging services without needing a long-term membership, streamlining their charging experience.
Given that Osceola County faces a deficit of EV chargers, this installation positions the community as a leader in the Kissimmee region and sets a new standard for vacation rental properties.
About CityVitae
CityVitae excels in simplifying the procurement and administration of electric vehicle charging stations, serving a diverse range of settings, such as shopping centers, residential complexes, office buildings, and condos.
Our collection of electric vehicle charging solutions and products combines industry-leading technology with the highest quality charging hardware. This includes acquisition and investment programs, advanced revenue management software, maximal utilization of available electrical capacity, and cutting-edge location technology.
These offerings are adaptable to any environment and minimize wasted time for both hosts during installation and drivers during the recharging process. This is the CityVitae difference.
Our unwavering dedication to transparency ensures that our customers receive top-tier data and exceptional customer service, from the initial acquisition phase to ongoing operation. We guarantee the accessibility and performance of our chargers, all while offering competitive energy rates to users.
Together, we are committed to promoting sustainable mobility and presenting compelling investment opportunities for our clients.
