Maximize your Blossom charging card: keep it working smoothly!

At Blossom, we believe that managing an electric fleet can be easier and smarter. That’s why we offer fleet managers an intuitive and reliable platform to effortlessly manage home chargers, charging cards and associated costs. No unnecessary complexity – just all the support you need to transition smoothly to a modern, sustainable fleet.

From invitation to installation
The Blossom platform starts by inviting employees who need a home charger or charging card. This process is completed in a few simple steps:

• The fleet manager enters the employee’s email address and they receive an invitation.
• The employee is guided to request their charging card and/or home charger on the platform.
• We arrange the installation appointment.
• The fleet manager can track each employee’s progress through the installation process.

This approach ensures a streamlined onboarding experience while keeping the process simple and transparent.

Full visibility and control
Once the home charger is installed and the employee is fully ‘on board’, Blossom provides a detailed overview of all charging sessions, costs and any reimbursements. This gives fleet managers the insights they need to effectively monitor and manage energy consumption and associated costs. Clear reports and a user-friendly interface make it easy to optimise charging costs and fleet usage efficiently.

Discover how Blossom makes fleet management easier
From onboarding and installation to managing charging sessions and costs, Blossom’s easy-to-use solution saves fleet managers significant time and effort throughout the entire process. Whether you’re setting up a new electric fleet or optimizing an existing one, we’re here to help.

Curious about how we can improve your fleet management?
Contact us and see for yourself!

Together, we can make electric driving easy and worry-free.

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The electric revolution is in full swing. More and more companies are offering their employees electric company cars as part of their sustainability strategy. But this transition also raises new questions: How does home charging work? And what are the tax implications? A recent circular from the Belgian Federal Public Service for Finance (2024/C/77) provides answers. At the same time, Blossom demonstrates how companies can seamlessly integrate this into their policies.

A look at the tax guidelines

Imagine an employee charging their electric company car at home. Who pays for the electricity? And what does that mean from a tax perspective? This is exactly what the circular clarifies. A distinction is made between electricity supplied directly by the employer and electricity paid for by the employee and reimbursed afterward.

In the case of direct supply, for example, through a charging card or a charging station at the office, the costs fall under the fixed taxable benefit of the company car. However, if an employee initially pays for the electricity costs themselves, the reimbursement is considered a separate taxable benefit—unless it concerns professional travel expenses. For commuting, employers can reimburse part of the cost tax-free, up to a maximum of €490 per year in 2025. Private kilometers, however, remain taxable.

The circular also provides a special exemption to facilitate the transition to electric driving. If a charging station is equipped with a system that accurately records the electricity used for the company car, the employer may reimburse these costs without additional taxation. A fixed rate per kWh, known as the CREG tariff, can even be used, simplifying administration as long as the rules are followed.

Practice: simplicity versus complexity

While the circular provides clarity, practical challenges remain. How do you accurately register the company car’s consumption? How do you ensure that employees are not taxed on their charging costs? And how do you keep the entire process transparent and fair? This is where technology and smart solutions become essential.

Blossom addresses these challenges by offering companies comprehensive charging solutions that not only comply with tax requirements but are also practical, user-friendly, and future-proof.

Blossom: bridging the gap between regulations and ease of use

At Blossom, simplicity is key. Our goal is to relieve companies and their employees of both technical and administrative burdens. We start with a high-quality home charging solution: reliable chargers designed with the whole family in mind. An employee can charge their company car, while other family members can use the charger for their private vehicles. The smart system automatically records the electricity used for the company car.

But Blossom goes even further. Thanks to our Fleet Dashboard, employers have real-time insight into each employee’s consumption. This allows for effortless reimbursements based on the CREG tariff. Additionally, all our home chargers are equipped with MID-certified meters, ensuring the highest standards of measurement accuracy. This guarantees that every kilowatt-hour charged is correctly recorded.

By combining technology with tax expertise, Blossom perfectly aligns with the requirements of the circular. Reimbursements are processed smoothly, with no surprises for employers or employees. The result? Less administrative hassle, happier employees, and a company ready for the future.

A step forward in sustainability

The transition to electric driving is more than just a technical adjustment; it’s a step towards a more sustainable world. With solutions like those from Blossom, this transition becomes simpler, more feasible, and more attractive—not only for employers looking to become more sustainable but also for employees who want to switch to electric driving worry-free.

Blossom proves that the future of mobility can be green, smart, and user-friendly. Curious about how we can support your company? We’re ready to help you build an electric mobility policy that works for everyone.

Want to learn more? Check out the circular here: MyMinfin

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When installing or migrating a charging station, you might hear about the P1 port. But what exactly is this mysterious port, and why is it so important to keep it open? No worries—we’ll explain it in simple terms.

What is the P1 port?

The P1 port is a special connection on your digital meter. Think of it as a small gateway that allows your charging station (or other smart devices) to communicate with your meter. This enables your charger to know exactly how much power is available and charge in the most efficient way.

Why should the P1 port be open?

Simple: without an open P1 port, your charging station cannot receive real-time data about your energy consumption. This means it operates "blindly" and cannot optimize charging based on your energy usage. This can lead to issues such as:

• Less smart charging – Your charger cannot anticipate peaks and dips in your energy consumption.
• Risk of overload – Without this data, your charger doesn’t know how much electricity other appliances in your home are using, which can cause problems.
• Inefficient use of solar energy – Do you have solar panels? Then your charger won’t be able to detect when free solar energy is available. A missed opportunity!

How to open your P1 port?

Good news: it’s usually very simple. With most grid operators (such as Fluvius in Belgium), you can activate the P1 port through their online customer portal. Just log in, enable the P1 port, and you’re good to go!

Want to be sure everything is working correctly?
We’ve created a handy step-by-step guide in our FAQ to help you get the most out of your charging station and digital meter.

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