New Jersey startup launches mobile EV charging across eight counties

On Demand EV Charging has launched a mobile EV charging service across eight Northern New Jersey counties, offering on-demand and scheduled charging for drivers and multifamily communities. The move gives EV owners another option when stations are full, broken or too far away, while giving property owners a way to test charging access without permanent infrastructure.

Why it matters: - EV adoption is rising, but charging access still lags in many places. - Mobile charging can reduce downtime for drivers facing broken chargers, occupied stations or long waits. - The service also gives apartment communities and property managers a lower-cost way to offer charging access.

What happened: - On Demand EV Charging (ODEC) launched a mobile EV charging service across eight Northern New Jersey counties. - The company provides both scheduled and on-demand charging. - ODEC is a certified women-owned and minority-owned business founded by Sharon Burrell. - Service is available in Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Bergen, Morris, Somerset and Union counties.

The details: - ODEC uses a mobile app for immediate charging requests or advance scheduling. - Certified technicians travel to the customer's vehicle and charge it while it remains parked. - The service runs 24 hours a day. - The model is designed to complement existing charging infrastructure rather than replace it. - ODEC is also launching a Resident EV Charging Pilot Program for multifamily communities. - Apartment owners and property managers can use the pilot to offer EV charging without installing permanent stations or making major infrastructure investments. - ODEC says the service can also support workplaces and special events. - The company’s public contact and more information are available online.

Between the lines: - Burrell started ODEC after experiencing charging problems as an EV owner. - The launch reflects a broader push in New Jersey to support growing EV demand with more flexible charging options. - The pilot program suggests ODEC is aiming at both consumer demand and property-owner adoption, not just roadside charging needs.

What's next: - ODEC will need to prove that mobile charging can scale reliably across its service area. - The Resident EV Charging Pilot Program could become a path to longer-term contracts with multifamily properties. - Broader adoption will likely depend on whether drivers and property managers see mobile charging as a practical substitute or backup for fixed stations.