Electrification in corporate fleets is evolving rapidly, and with it, the requirements for companies. In 2026, one topic in particular is more relevant than ever: home charging of electric company cars and the reimbursement of charging costs.
At Flotte! The Industry Meetup in Düsseldorf, we were able to observe exactly this. Alongside many insightful conversations, it became clear just how much the market is currently changing.
Flotte! Düsseldorf: The central meeting point for fleet management and e-mobility
Flotte! is one of the most important trade fairs for fleet management, electric company cars, and mobility solutions in the German-speaking region.
For us as an exhibitor, one thing stood out above all: direct exchange with fleet managers. This is where it becomes clear where companies really stand:
- Initial pilot projects around charge@home
- Scaling challenges for larger fleets
- Uncertainty around home charging reimbursement for company cars
This diversity is exactly what makes the event so valuable.
Home Charging & charge@home: From pilot projects to scalable solutions
One of the key topics at the event was home charging for electric company cars.
More and more companies are enabling employees to charge vehicles at home—for good reasons:
- Lower costs compared to public charging stations
- Increased employee satisfaction
- More efficient vehicle usage
At the same time, this increases the complexity of reimbursement processes.
While charging was often reimbursed via flat rates in the past, the clear trend today is toward precise, digital, and automated reimbursement systems.
Reimbursement 2026: Why home charging is becoming mandatory
A frequently discussed topic at the event was the new regulatory requirements.
With the latest changes:
- Flat-rate reimbursements are being phased out
- Companies must prove actual electricity consumption (kWh)
- Metering- and calibration-compliant solutions are becoming essential
As a result, kWh-accurate reimbursement for home charging of electric company cars is becoming the new standard.
