AmpUp partners with Roundtrip EV to accelerate electrification of waste management fleets

TechNexus portfolio company AmpUp partnered with Roundtrip EV to bring depot-based fleet electrification to the waste management sector. Since 2018, AmpUp has powered over 290 million miles of electric driving — and this collaboration targets the essential fleets where charging reliability is paramount.

AmpUp , a leading electric vehicle charging solutions provider, has partnered with Roundtrip EV Solutions Inc. to enhance depot-based fleet electrification, beginning with the waste management sector. This collaboration displays AmpUp's dedication to delivering comprehensive solutions for electrifying essential fleets where reliability is paramount. Since its inception in 2018, AmpUp has powered over 1,500 charging networks across 75 North American markets. The company's software is trusted by brands like JLL, CBRE, Domino's Pizza, Goodyear, Under Armour, and Hilton. In this partnership, AmpUp will provide a fleet management software solution and oversee Roundtrip EV's charging network. AmpUp’s solution includes a centralized home dashboard that offers a unified view of assets, routes, and maintenance to ensure trucks are route-ready daily. The system includes an intelligent alert system that delivers prioritized alerts to address vehicle or charger issues swiftly, preventing downtime. Advanced fleet vehicle management tools provide detailed vehicle data, including real-time battery information and load management, to optimize performance and uptime. The route planning and optimization tools ensure efficient service by maintaining sufficient charge levels. AmpUp’s interactive depot live view helps streamline charging turnaround with real-time visualization of vehicle-charger pairings and one-click troubleshooting. GPS-based asset tracking offers real-time location and status updates for seamless operational adjustments. Additionally, AmpUp’s system supports vehicle-to-grid (V2G) readiness, offering potential cost savings and enhanced operational resilience. "We chose AmpUp because they offer industry-leading reliability and provide more than just software - a complete operational solution that ensures maximum uptime for our mission-critical operations," Dan Friedberg, founder and CEO of Roundtrip EV, said in a statement. This collaboration represents a significant a

By Jim Dallke at TechNexus Venture Collaborative