Dashboard Revamp
Designing an intuitive mobile experience for electric vehicle owners to find, reserve, and pay for charging stations on the go.
Project Overview
As electric vehicle adoption accelerates, drivers need a seamless way to locate charging stations, check availability, and manage their charging sessions. This mobile app addresses the fragmented EV charging experience by providing a unified platform that connects drivers with charging networks.
The Challenge
EV drivers face multiple pain points: difficulty finding available charging stations, uncertainty about compatibility with their vehicle, long wait times, and fragmented payment systems across different charging networks.
Goals
- Create a single app that aggregates charging stations from multiple networks
- Provide real-time availability and wait time information
- Enable seamless reservation and payment across networks
- Design an intuitive dashboard for monitoring charging sessions
- Reduce range anxiety through clear route planning with charging stops
Research & Discovery
User Interviews
Conducted 25+ interviews with EV owners across different vehicle types and charging habits. Discovered that 78% of users check multiple apps before finding an available charger.
Journey Mapping
Mapped the complete charging journey from "low battery warning" to "fully charged" to identify friction points and opportunities for improvement.
Competitive Analysis
Analyzed 12 existing EV charging apps to understand market gaps and identify opportunities for differentiation through superior UX.
Design Solution
The app features a clean, map-first interface that prioritizes finding nearby chargers quickly. The dashboard provides real-time charging status, session history, and payment management in one unified view.
Interactive map showing available charging stations
Real-time charging session dashboard
Sample Carousel
As electric vehicle adoption accelerates, drivers need a seamless way to locate charging stations, check availability, and manage their charging sessions. This mobile app addresses the fragmented EV charging experience by providing a unified platform that connects drivers with charging networks.
Key Features
- Smart Search: Filter by connector type, power level, availability, and network
- Reservation System: Book charging slots in advance to guarantee availability
- Route Planning: Integrated navigation with charging stops optimized for your route
- Payment Integration: Single payment method works across all supported networks
- Notifications: Real-time alerts for charging completion, station availability, and payment confirmations
Impact & Results
This app completely changed how I approach charging. I can plan my trips with confidence and never worry about finding a compatible charger. The dashboard makes it so easy to track my charging costs and energy usage.
Design System
The app uses a clean, modern design language with clear typography and intuitive iconography. Color coding helps users quickly identify charger types and availability status at a glance.
Component library and design tokens
Charging connector icons and status indicators
Lessons Learned
Designing for sustainability requires understanding the unique constraints and opportunities of the EV ecosystem. Working closely with charging network partners taught us the importance of real-time data accuracy and the value of building trust through transparent information.