The Complete Guide to EV Fleet Charging with the Paua EV Charge card.

How the Paua RFID Card Simplifies Nationwide Access, Control, and Compliance

Electric vehicle (EV) adoption across UK fleets is accelerating, but charging complexity remains one of the biggest operational barriers. Multiple charging networks, inconsistent pricing, fragmented reporting, and poor driver experience can quickly erode the benefits of electrification.

The Paua RFID Card was built to solve these problems. Combined with the Paua App, Paua Dashboard, and Paua’s full reporting suite, it delivers a single, secure, and scalable EV charging solution for fleets of all sizes.

This guide explains how the Paua RFID Card works, why it is trusted by enterprise fleets, and how Paua supports drivers, fleet managers, and finance teams end-to-end.

What Is the Paua RFID Card?

The Paua RFID Card is a single EV charging card that provides nationwide access to over 70,000 (December 2025) public charge point connectors across the UK. Instead of managing multiple network cards, apps, or accounts, fleets use one Paua RFID Card per driver or vehicle.

Unlike many charging cards, the Paua RFID Card has no hidden fees, no pre-authorisation charges, and no renewal costs. Each card contains no personal data, only a secure Paua identifier, ensuring full GDPR compliance.

The Paua RFID Card can be used on its own or alongside the Paua App, giving drivers flexibility while keeping fleet managers in complete control.

Nationwide EV Charging Access with the Paua RFID Card

One of the biggest advantages of the Paua RFID Card is its nationwide reach. Drivers can charge confidently across urban, rural, motorway, and hub-based locations without worrying about network compatibility.

With the Paua RFID Card, fleets gain:

• Access to 70,000+ UK public connectors

• Coverage across multiple charge point operators (CPOs)

• Ongoing network expansion as Paua onboards new partners

This breadth of coverage means fewer detours, less downtime, and greater confidence for drivers operating anywhere in the UK.

Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Fees

Cost predictability is critical for fleet electrification. The Paua RFID Card eliminates unexpected charges by offering transparent, kWh-based pricing wherever possible.

Key pricing benefits of the Paua RFID Card include:

• No pre-authorisation fees

• No card renewal fees

• Pricing displayed before charging starts via the Paua App

• Rates set as close to pay-as-you-go tariffs as possible (CPO dependent)

All Paua RFID Card charging activity is consolidated into a single monthly invoice, giving finance teams complete visibility of spend.

GDPR-First Data Security Built into the Paua RFID Card

Data security is built into the design of the Paua RFID Card. No personal information is stored on the card itself; only a unique Paua identifier.

Additional GDPR-focused safeguards include:

• Cards posted directly to drivers without storing personal addresses

• Secure driver-led activation

• Full audit trails in the Paua Dashboard

This makes the Paua RFID Card suitable for large, regulated, and security-conscious organisations.

Driver Control and Flexibility with the Paua RFID Card

The Paua RFID Card is designed to empower drivers while maintaining fleet-level control.

Drivers can:

• Activate their own Paua RFID Card

• Start charging with a simple tap

• Freeze or unfreeze cards instantly via the Paua App if lost or stolen

This banking-style control improves driver confidence and reduces support overhead for fleet teams.

White-Glove Onboarding for the Paua RFID Card

Rolling out EV charging at scale can be complex. Paua simplifies this with concierge onboarding for the Paua RFID Card.

Paua supports:

• Bulk card ordering

• CSV uploads for large driver groups

• Pre-ordering spare cards (billing only applies to active cards ensuring you can keep spare cards on your desk at all times)

• Direct delivery to drivers within 3–5 working days (optional)

This ensures a smooth rollout, even for fleets with thousands of vehicles.

The Paua App: Enhancing the Paua RFID Card Experience

While the Paua RFID Card enables seamless charging, the Paua App enhances the experience with powerful driver tools.

Using the Paua App alongside the Paua RFID Card, drivers can:

• View a nationwide live charging map

• Filter by charger speed, connector type, vehicle size, or hub size

• See real-time charger availability

• Check pricing before starting a session

The Paua App turns the Paua RFID Card into a fully informed charging experience.

Route Planning and Live Session Management

The Paua RFID Card integrates with smart route planning via the Paua App, helping drivers plan efficient journeys with charging stops built in.

Additional Paua RFID Card session features include:

• Start and stop charging via app or card

• Live notifications when sessions begin and end

• Real-time state of charge (where supported)

• Full history of charging sessions and receipts

This reduces driver anxiety and improves operational efficiency.

Fleet Control Through the Paua Dashboard

Every Paua RFID Card is managed centrally through the Paua Dashboard, giving fleet managers real-time visibility and control.

Fleet managers can:

• Track spend (£), energy (kWh), and average cost per charge

• Compare drivers and vehicles by cost per kWh

• Identify overstay fees and behavioural trends

• Allocate spend by cost centre or department

The Paua RFID Card becomes a powerful fleet data tool, not just a payment method.

Advanced Reporting and HMRC-Compliant Auditing

All charging sessions made with the Paua RFID Card are recorded in Paua’s HMRC-compliant reporting suite.

Reports include:

• CPO used

• Driver and vehicle details

• Cost (including VAT)

• Energy consumed (kWh)

• Overstay fees

• Date, time, and location

Reports are downloadable on demand and exportable in Excel, supporting finance, audit, and compliance requirements.

Live Monitoring and Transaction Transparency

The Paua RFID Card supports live fleet monitoring through a dashboard that updates every five seconds.

Fleet managers can:

• View live charging sessions

• Monitor driver behaviour

• See network usage in real time

• Access full transaction histories

This transparency is critical for large fleets managing cost, compliance, and performance.

Secure Card Management for Lost, Stolen, or Leaver Scenarios

The Paua RFID Card includes instant security controls for real-world fleet scenarios.

If a card is lost or a driver leaves:

• Cards can be frozen, blocked, or deleted instantly

• Drivers can temporarily freeze their own cards via the Paua App

• Full status history is retained for audit purposes

This ensures zero exposure to unauthorised charging.

Vehicle-Linked Paua RFID Cards to Prevent Misuse

Each Paua RFID Card can be linked to a specific driver, vehicle, or both.

Benefits include:

• Clear accountability for every charging session

• Reduced misuse

• Optional fobs so cards stay with vehicle keys

• Easy reassignment when vehicles change

This linkage strengthens governance without reducing flexibility.

Invoicing and Payments Made Simple

Every Paua RFID Card transaction is included in a single consolidated monthly invoice.

Invoicing benefits include:

• HMRC-compliant billing

• Cost centre and vehicle tagging

• Compatibility with Coupa Supplier Portal

• 30-day terms (available), with flexibility for extended terms

This dramatically reduces finance administration compared to multi-network charging.

Value-Added Services Built Around the Paua RFID Card

The Paua RFID Card sits at the centre of a wider ecosystem of Paua products, including:

• Paua Share – share private charging infrastructure with approved businesses

• Paua Reimburse – reimburse home, public, and depot charging

• Paua Controls – set rules, limits, and restrictions to prevent misuse

• Paua Pro – APIs, integrations, and advanced cost-saving insights

Together, these services future-proof EV charging operations.

Why Fleets Choose the Paua RFID Card

Fleets choose the Paua RFID Card because it delivers:

• Nationwide charging with one card

• Transparent pricing with no hidden fees

• GDPR-first security

• Driver-friendly controls

• Enterprise-grade reporting and compliance

As EV fleets scale, simplicity becomes strategic; and the Paua RFID Card provides exactly that.

Final Thoughts: One Card, One App, One Platform

The transition to electric fleets does not have to be complex. With the Paua RFID Card, supported by the Paua App, Paua Dashboard, and Paua’s full reporting suite, fleets gain a single, scalable, and secure EV charging solution.

Whether managing tens or thousands of vehicles, Paua enables fleets to charge smarter, control costs, and stay compliant; today and into the future.

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