Market IntelligenceUnited States
Florida
EVS Florida EV Service Centre Market Entry
Decision-grade state market-entry report for an EVS electric-vehicle service-centre model in Florida.
Snapshot: 12 August 202649-page full report
Plug-in stock
538,800
2025 registered light-duty BEV+PHEV stock.
Plug-in share
280.9%
Plug-ins divided by AFDC 2025 fuel-category total.
Public ports
15,212
Public connector ports, not sites.
Base payback
2.778
EVS base simple-payback sensitivity.
Executive summary
The verdict in full
A conditional go is limited to a company-controlled South Florida validation hub.
Market size
The installed parc is large; definitions remain controlled.
Market size
| Metric | Value | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered BEV stock—2025 | 450,400 | vehicles | [afdc_fl] |
| Registered PHEV stock—2025 | 88,400 | vehicles | [afdc_fl] |
| Registered plug-in stock—2025 | 538,800 | vehicles | BEV + PHEV [afdc_fl] |
| Public charging ports | 15,212 | ports | [afdc_fl] |
| Florida average vehicle age—2024 | 11 | years | [auto_fl] |
| Executable SOM | 0 | jobs/year | [evs_model] |
Registered BEV stock—2025
- Value
- 450,400
- Unit
- vehicles
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Registered PHEV stock—2025
- Value
- 88,400
- Unit
- vehicles
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Registered plug-in stock—2025
- Value
- 538,800
- Unit
- vehicles
- Source
- BEV + PHEV [afdc_fl]
Public charging ports
- Value
- 15,212
- Unit
- ports
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Florida average vehicle age—2024
- Value
- 11
- Unit
- years
- Source
- [auto_fl]
Executable SOM
- Value
- 0
- Unit
- jobs/year
- Source
- [evs_model]
BEV/PHEV stock history
AFDC stock, not cumulative sales.
BEV/PHEV stock history
| Year | Bev | Phev | Plug In Total | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,023 | 254,878 | — | — | BEV only; no compatible PHEV figure in reviewed source [afdc_bev] |
| 2,024 | 334,800 | 70,400 | 405,200 | [afdc_fl] |
| 2,025 | 450,400 | 88,400 | 538,800 | [afdc_fl] |
2,023
- Bev
- 254,878
- Phev
- —
- Plug In Total
- —
- Source
- BEV only; no compatible PHEV figure in reviewed source [afdc_bev]
2,024
- Bev
- 334,800
- Phev
- 70,400
- Plug In Total
- 405,200
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
2,025
- Bev
- 450,400
- Phev
- 88,400
- Plug In Total
- 538,800
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Sales and adoption history
Florida-specific flows are retained without inventing missing PHEV volumes.
Sales and adoption history
| Period | Metric | Value | Unit | Share Pct | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 YTD through Apr | Retail BEV sales | 23,932 | vehicles | 6.8 | [urban] |
| 2024 Q4 | EV share of new registrations | 10.3 | % | 10.3 | Alliance EV definition includes BEV/PHEV/FCEV [auto_q4] |
| 2025 Q1 | EV share of new registrations | 10.1 | % | 10.1 | Alliance EV definition includes BEV/PHEV/FCEV [auto_q1] |
| 2025 stock | Plug-ins as share of AFDC fuel-category total | 2.809 | % | 2.809 | EVS calculation from [afdc_fl] |
2024 YTD through Apr
- Metric
- Retail BEV sales
- Value
- 23,932
- Unit
- vehicles
- Share Pct
- 6.8
- Source
- [urban]
2024 Q4
- Metric
- EV share of new registrations
- Value
- 10.3
- Unit
- %
- Share Pct
- 10.3
- Source
- Alliance EV definition includes BEV/PHEV/FCEV [auto_q4]
2025 Q1
- Metric
- EV share of new registrations
- Value
- 10.1
- Unit
- %
- Share Pct
- 10.1
- Source
- Alliance EV definition includes BEV/PHEV/FCEV [auto_q1]
2025 stock
- Metric
- Plug-ins as share of AFDC fuel-category total
- Value
- 2.809
- Unit
- %
- Share Pct
- 2.809
- Source
- EVS calculation from [afdc_fl]
Powertrain mix
BEV and PHEV stock are separated.
Powertrain mix
| Powertrain | Vehicles | Share Of Plug In Pct | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEV | 450,400 | 83.593 | [afdc_fl] |
| PHEV | 88,400 | 16.407 | [afdc_fl] |
BEV
- Vehicles
- 450,400
- Share Of Plug In Pct
- 83.593
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
PHEV
- Vehicles
- 88,400
- Share Of Plug In Pct
- 16.407
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Get the full Florida analysis
Competitive matrix, location shortlist, incentives, pilot-centre economics and the 90-day entry plan — sent to your inbox.
Definition reconciliation
Three stock series are not blended.
Definition reconciliation
| Series | Value | Definition | Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOE/AFDC 2025 | 538,800 | Light-duty BEV+PHEV registrations from TransAtlas/Experian. | Primary installed plug-in pool [afdc_fl]. |
| Alliance/S&P 2024 | 400,752 | 330,854 BEVs + 69,898 PHEVs in a 19.52m registered-vehicle snapshot. | Close to AFDC 2024 but retained separately [auto_fl]. |
| EIA SEDS 2024 | 391,300 | 323.5k BEVs + 67.8k PHEVs against 17.2825m light-duty vehicles. | Different source/universe; never blended [eia]. |
| Alliance new EV share | 10.1 | BEV/PHEV/FCEV share of new registrations in Q1 2025. | Flow, not stock [auto_q1]. |
| Charging port | 16,675 | Individual public or private connector in AFDC state snapshot. | Not a station/site and no uptime inference [afdc_fl]. |
DOE/AFDC 2025
- Value
- 538,800
- Definition
- Light-duty BEV+PHEV registrations from TransAtlas/Experian.
- Control
- Primary installed plug-in pool [afdc_fl].
Alliance/S&P 2024
- Value
- 400,752
- Definition
- 330,854 BEVs + 69,898 PHEVs in a 19.52m registered-vehicle snapshot.
- Control
- Close to AFDC 2024 but retained separately [auto_fl].
EIA SEDS 2024
- Value
- 391,300
- Definition
- 323.5k BEVs + 67.8k PHEVs against 17.2825m light-duty vehicles.
- Control
- Different source/universe; never blended [eia].
Alliance new EV share
- Value
- 10.1
- Definition
- BEV/PHEV/FCEV share of new registrations in Q1 2025.
- Control
- Flow, not stock [auto_q1].
Charging port
- Value
- 16,675
- Definition
- Individual public or private connector in AFDC state snapshot.
- Control
- Not a station/site and no uptime inference [afdc_fl].
Forecast scenarios
Cautious, base and high cases are EVS sensitivities.
Forecast scenarios
| Scenario | Annual Growth Pct | Modelled 2030 Registered Plug Ins | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cautious | 6 | 721,036 | EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast. |
| Base | 10 | 867,743 | EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast. |
| High | 15 | 1,083,719 | EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast. |
Cautious
- Annual Growth Pct
- 6
- Modelled 2030 Registered Plug Ins
- 721,036
- Basis
- EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast.
Base
- Annual Growth Pct
- 10
- Modelled 2030 Registered Plug Ins
- 867,743
- Basis
- EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast.
High
- Annual Growth Pct
- 15
- Modelled 2030 Registered Plug Ins
- 1,083,719
- Basis
- EVS sensitivity from DOE/AFDC 2025 registered BEV+PHEV stock; not an official forecast.
Charging infrastructure
Ports are connectors, not sites or uptime.
Charging infrastructure
| As Of | Public Ports | Private Ports | Total Ports | Source | Funding Usd | Corridor Miles Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 access snapshot | 15,212 | 1,463 | 16,675 | [afdc_fl] | — | — |
| FDOT programme estimate | — | — | — | Estimated Florida NEVI allocation; not an EVS award [fdot_nevi][fdot_funding] | 198,000,000 | — |
| 2022 corridor designation | — | — | — | 58% increase, approved 5 July 2022 [fdot_afc] | — | >4,000 |
2026 access snapshot
- Public Ports
- 15,212
- Private Ports
- 1,463
- Total Ports
- 16,675
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
- Funding Usd
- —
- Corridor Miles Added
- —
FDOT programme estimate
- Public Ports
- —
- Private Ports
- —
- Total Ports
- —
- Source
- Estimated Florida NEVI allocation; not an EVS award [fdot_nevi][fdot_funding]
- Funding Usd
- 198,000,000
- Corridor Miles Added
- —
2022 corridor designation
- Public Ports
- —
- Private Ports
- —
- Total Ports
- —
- Source
- 58% increase, approved 5 July 2022 [fdot_afc]
- Funding Usd
- —
- Corridor Miles Added
- >4,000
Charging and utility controls
No grant or charging revenue supports the base case.
Charging and utility controls
| Control | Requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|
| NEVI site geometry | No more than 50 miles between sites and within one travel mile of interchange/exit. | Programme standard; current funding path must be rechecked [fdot_nevi] |
| NEVI power/connectors | At least four CCS connectors, 150 kW each and 600 kW aggregate site power. | Programme standard [fdot_nevi] |
| Utility dependencies | Written utility capacity, tariff, make-ready and energisation schedule for exact site. | OPEN [fpl][duke][jea] |
| EVS economics | No charger grant or charging revenue included. | CONTROL [evs_model] |
NEVI site geometry
- Requirement
- No more than 50 miles between sites and within one travel mile of interchange/exit.
- Status
- Programme standard; current funding path must be rechecked [fdot_nevi]
NEVI power/connectors
- Requirement
- At least four CCS connectors, 150 kW each and 600 kW aggregate site power.
- Status
- Programme standard [fdot_nevi]
Utility dependencies
- Requirement
- Written utility capacity, tariff, make-ready and energisation schedule for exact site.
- Status
- OPEN [fpl][duke][jea]
EVS economics
- Requirement
- No charger grant or charging revenue included.
- Status
- CONTROL [evs_model]
Get the full Florida analysis
Competitive matrix, location shortlist, incentives, pilot-centre economics and the 90-day entry plan — sent to your inbox.
Vehicle parc age and service demand
General vehicle age is not EV age.
Vehicle parc age and service demand
| Fact | Value | Unit | Implication |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida average vehicle age | 11 | years | Large general aftermarket, but not a Florida EV-age statistic [auto_fl]. |
| 2025 registered plug-in stock growth | 32.971 | % | A young, expanding parc; early demand favours tires, alignment, thermal, charging and diagnostics [afdc_fl][evs_model]. |
| State-specific EV parc age | — | years | Data gap; require VIN/year/warranty sample before fixed-site lease [evs_model]. |
| Florida auto parts/service sales tax | 914,260,000 | USD | Scale indicator for the whole auto-service ecosystem, not EV-only revenue [auto_fl]. |
Florida average vehicle age
- Value
- 11
- Unit
- years
- Implication
- Large general aftermarket, but not a Florida EV-age statistic [auto_fl].
2025 registered plug-in stock growth
- Value
- 32.971
- Unit
- %
- Implication
- A young, expanding parc; early demand favours tires, alignment, thermal, charging and diagnostics [afdc_fl][evs_model].
State-specific EV parc age
- Value
- —
- Unit
- years
- Implication
- Data gap; require VIN/year/warranty sample before fixed-site lease [evs_model].
Florida auto parts/service sales tax
- Value
- 914,260,000
- Unit
- USD
- Implication
- Scale indicator for the whole auto-service ecosystem, not EV-only revenue [auto_fl].
TAM / SAM / SOM
Sourced fact and EVS assumptions are explicitly separated.
TAM / SAM / SOM
| Layer | Value | Unit | Status | Formula | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAM—registered plug-in stock | 538,800 | vehicles | Sourced fact | BEV + PHEV | [afdc_fl] |
| Service-window sensitivity | 161,640 | vehicles | EVS assumption | TAM × 30% | [evs_model] |
| Independent-consideration sensitivity | 40,410 | vehicles | EVS assumption | Service window × 25% | [evs_model] |
TAM—registered plug-in stock
- Value
- 538,800
- Unit
- vehicles
- Status
- Sourced fact
- Formula
- BEV + PHEV
- Source
- [afdc_fl]
Service-window sensitivity
- Value
- 161,640
- Unit
- vehicles
- Status
- EVS assumption
- Formula
- TAM × 30%
- Source
- [evs_model]
Independent-consideration sensitivity
- Value
- 40,410
- Unit
- vehicles
- Status
- EVS assumption
- Formula
- Service window × 25%
- Source
- [evs_model]
3 more rows in the full report
Customer segments
Post-warranty, used-EV, PHEV and storm-safety needs lead.
Customer segments
| Segment | Priority | Need | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-warranty Tesla Model Y/3 owners | P1 | Fast diagnostics, suspension, tires, thermal and charging repair. | Model Y ranked fourth overall and Model 3 eleventh in Q1 2025 Florida retail registrations [fl_outlook]. |
| Used-EV buyers and dealers | P1 | Pre-purchase inspection, health screen and disclosure-ready evidence. | Validate with paid bookings; no Florida transaction count used [evs_model]. |
| PHEV owners | P1 | Dual-powertrain diagnostics, thermal and charging systems. | 88,400 registered PHEVs in 2025 [afdc_fl]. |
| Premium EV owners | P2 | Out-of-warranty alternatives and concierge logistics. | Rivian and Lucid service presence confirms premium parc relevance but not independent demand [rivian_miami][lucid]. |
| Storm-affected owners | Safety only | Isolation, outdoor quarantine and insurer routing. | Flood-damaged battery transport/safety duties apply [phmsa_flood]. |
Post-warranty Tesla Model Y/3 owners
- Priority
- P1
- Need
- Fast diagnostics, suspension, tires, thermal and charging repair.
- Evidence
- Model Y ranked fourth overall and Model 3 eleventh in Q1 2025 Florida retail registrations [fl_outlook].
Used-EV buyers and dealers
- Priority
- P1
- Need
- Pre-purchase inspection, health screen and disclosure-ready evidence.
- Evidence
- Validate with paid bookings; no Florida transaction count used [evs_model].
PHEV owners
- Priority
- P1
- Need
- Dual-powertrain diagnostics, thermal and charging systems.
- Evidence
- 88,400 registered PHEVs in 2025 [afdc_fl].
Premium EV owners
- Priority
- P2
- Need
- Out-of-warranty alternatives and concierge logistics.
- Evidence
- Rivian and Lucid service presence confirms premium parc relevance but not independent demand [rivian_miami][lucid].
Storm-affected owners
- Priority
- Safety only
- Need
- Isolation, outdoor quarantine and insurer routing.
- Evidence
- Flood-damaged battery transport/safety duties apply [phmsa_flood].
Fleet segments
Fleet LOIs are a pre-commitment gate.
Fleet segments
| Segment | Priority | Offer | Gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rental / airport / hospitality fleets | P1 | Uptime inspections, tires, charging fault triage and scheduled maintenance. | Three LOIs covering at least 200 vehicles [evs_model]. |
| TNC / delivery operators | P1 | Evening/mobile inspection and wear-item lanes. | Paid cohort with repeat rate and ARO evidence [evs_model]. |
| Municipal / utility fleets | P2 | Procurement-compliant diagnostics and safety support. | Task-level access and insurance approved [evs_model]. |
| Rivian/Amazon EDV ecosystem | P2 | Only under written authorization/partnership. | Do not infer rights from competitor experience [electrified]. |
Rental / airport / hospitality fleets
- Priority
- P1
- Offer
- Uptime inspections, tires, charging fault triage and scheduled maintenance.
- Gate
- Three LOIs covering at least 200 vehicles [evs_model].
TNC / delivery operators
- Priority
- P1
- Offer
- Evening/mobile inspection and wear-item lanes.
- Gate
- Paid cohort with repeat rate and ARO evidence [evs_model].
Municipal / utility fleets
- Priority
- P2
- Offer
- Procurement-compliant diagnostics and safety support.
- Gate
- Task-level access and insurance approved [evs_model].
Rivian/Amazon EDV ecosystem
- Priority
- P2
- Offer
- Only under written authorization/partnership.
- Gate
- Do not infer rights from competitor experience [electrified].
Get the full Florida analysis
Competitive matrix, location shortlist, incentives, pilot-centre economics and the 90-day entry plan — sent to your inbox.
Leading brands and models
Florida-specific model evidence is limited to what was sourced.
Leading brands and models
| Brand Model | Florida Signal | Service Implication |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | Ranked #4 overall; 2.8% of Q1 2025 new retail registrations; +22.3% year-on-year. | Prioritise Tesla-safe lift points, tires, suspension, thermal and diagnostic workflows [fl_outlook]. |
| Tesla Model 3 | Ranked #11 overall; 1.4% share; +117.2% year-on-year. | Same core tooling with model-specific service-information validation [fl_outlook]. |
| Other BEVs | No complete authoritative free Florida model ranking found. | Admit only VINs/tasks covered by current information, tools and insurance [evs_model]. |
| PHEVs | 88,400 registered in 2025. | Recruit hybrid competence and retain combustion/emissions boundaries [afdc_fl][evs_model]. |
Tesla Model Y
- Florida Signal
- Ranked #4 overall; 2.8% of Q1 2025 new retail registrations; +22.3% year-on-year.
- Service Implication
- Prioritise Tesla-safe lift points, tires, suspension, thermal and diagnostic workflows [fl_outlook].
Tesla Model 3
- Florida Signal
- Ranked #11 overall; 1.4% share; +117.2% year-on-year.
- Service Implication
- Same core tooling with model-specific service-information validation [fl_outlook].
Other BEVs
- Florida Signal
- No complete authoritative free Florida model ranking found.
- Service Implication
- Admit only VINs/tasks covered by current information, tools and insurance [evs_model].
PHEVs
- Florida Signal
- 88,400 registered in 2025.
- Service Implication
- Recruit hybrid competence and retain combustion/emissions boundaries [afdc_fl][evs_model].
OEM competitors
Warranty and software access are OEM strengths.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
OEM competitors
| Competitor | Presence | Strength | EVS Response |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla service network | Florida locations available via official service portal. | Warranty, parts, software and fleet knowledge. | Compete on post-warranty convenience; never imply Tesla authorization [tesla]. |
| Rivian | Official service/demo centres in Miami, Orlando and Tampa. | OEM warranty and commercial-vehicle expertise. | Route warranty work; pursue written fleet/overflow agreement [rivian_miami][rivian_orlando][rivian_tampa]. |
Tesla service network
- Presence
- Florida locations available via official service portal.
- Strength
- Warranty, parts, software and fleet knowledge.
- EVS Response
- Compete on post-warranty convenience; never imply Tesla authorization [tesla].
Rivian
- Presence
- Official service/demo centres in Miami, Orlando and Tampa.
- Strength
- OEM warranty and commercial-vehicle expertise.
- EVS Response
- Route warranty work; pursue written fleet/overflow agreement [rivian_miami][rivian_orlando][rivian_tampa].
2 more rows in the full report
Independent competitors
Specialist competence is the relevant moat.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Independent competitors
| Competitor | Location | Scope | Implication |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrified Garage | Orlando after 2025 relocation from Ocala | Independent EV/Tesla/Rivian and commercial-EV work. | Direct specialist benchmark; confirms competence moat [electrified]. |
| General independent repair shops | Statewide | Tires, suspension, brakes and mixed-powertrain repair. | Price competition; EVS differentiates with HV controls and evidence [fdacs_repair][evs_model]. |
Electrified Garage
- Location
- Orlando after 2025 relocation from Ocala
- Scope
- Independent EV/Tesla/Rivian and commercial-EV work.
- Implication
- Direct specialist benchmark; confirms competence moat [electrified].
General independent repair shops
- Location
- Statewide
- Scope
- Tires, suspension, brakes and mixed-powertrain repair.
- Implication
- Price competition; EVS differentiates with HV controls and evidence [fdacs_repair][evs_model].
1 more row in the full report
Priority regions
South Florida leads; other metros begin as tests.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Priority regions
| Rank | Region | Evidence | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miami-Dade / Broward / Palm Beach | Miami-Dade 9.0% and Broward 9.2% retail BEV share through April 2024; OEM service presence; FPL territory [urban][rivian_miami][lucid][fpl]. | Five-bay company-controlled hub near Fort Lauderdale; flood-zone and evacuation controls are lease gates. |
1
- Region
- Miami-Dade / Broward / Palm Beach
- Evidence
- Miami-Dade 9.0% and Broward 9.2% retail BEV share through April 2024; OEM service presence; FPL territory [urban][rivian_miami][lucid][fpl].
- Entry
- Five-bay company-controlled hub near Fort Lauderdale; flood-zone and evacuation controls are lease gates.
4 more rows in the full report
Consumer incentives
Expired and customer-specific benefits are not presented as current cash.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Consumer incentives
| Programme | Status | Value | Control | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida statewide EV purchase rebate | NOT FOUND | — | No current statewide vehicle-purchase rebate found in AFDC review; recheck at transaction [afdc_ev_laws]. | — |
| Federal new/used clean-vehicle credits | EXPIRED FOR NEW ACQUISITIONS | 0 | Unavailable after 30 September 2025 [irs_vehicle]. | — |
Florida statewide EV purchase rebate
- Status
- NOT FOUND
- Value
- —
- Control
- No current statewide vehicle-purchase rebate found in AFDC review; recheck at transaction [afdc_ev_laws].
- Unit
- —
Federal new/used clean-vehicle credits
- Status
- EXPIRED FOR NEW ACQUISITIONS
- Value
- 0
- Control
- Unavailable after 30 September 2025 [irs_vehicle].
- Unit
- —
4 more rows in the full report
Business and investment incentives
No award, credit or grant is modelled.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Business and investment incentives
| Programme | Status | Benefit | Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| FDOT NEVI Formula funding | DO NOT MODEL | Estimated $198m Florida allocation; up to 80% federal eligible cost and 20% applicant match. | Federal review was suspended 6 February 2025; no EVS award [fdot_nevi][fdot_funding]. |
| Duke Charger Prep Credit | ADDRESS/PROJECT-SPECIFIC | One-time wiring/electrical-upgrade support; excludes charger hardware/software/permits. | Written utility confirmation required [duke]. |
FDOT NEVI Formula funding
- Status
- DO NOT MODEL
- Benefit
- Estimated $198m Florida allocation; up to 80% federal eligible cost and 20% applicant match.
- Control
- Federal review was suspended 6 February 2025; no EVS award [fdot_nevi][fdot_funding].
Duke Charger Prep Credit
- Status
- ADDRESS/PROJECT-SPECIFIC
- Benefit
- One-time wiring/electrical-upgrade support; excludes charger hardware/software/permits.
- Control
- Written utility confirmation required [duke].
3 more rows in the full report
Tax snapshot
Exact invoice treatment requires address- and task-specific advice.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Tax snapshot
| Item | Rate Pct | Scope | Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida corporate income tax | 5.5 | State corporate taxable income; entity/apportionment-specific. | Tax advice required [corp_tax]. |
| State sales tax | 6 | Taxable sales; county discretionary surtax may apply. | Register and confirm invoice-line treatment with DOR [sales_tax][surtax]. |
Florida corporate income tax
- Rate Pct
- 5.5
- Scope
- State corporate taxable income; entity/apportionment-specific.
- Control
- Tax advice required [corp_tax].
State sales tax
- Rate Pct
- 6
- Scope
- Taxable sales; county discretionary surtax may apply.
- Control
- Register and confirm invoice-line treatment with DOR [sales_tax][surtax].
3 more rows in the full report
Labour, licensing and franchise regulation
FDACS registration and consumer controls are operating gates.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Labour, licensing and franchise regulation
| Area | Requirement | Gate |
|---|---|---|
| Motor-vehicle repair shop | Register with FDACS before paid repair; display certificate/sign and registration number in advertising. | OPEN [fdacs_repair][fdacs_faq] |
| Estimate and authorization | For repairs above $150, customer elects written estimate, threshold notification or waiver; obtain approval before exceeding estimate by more than $10 or 10%, whichever is greater. | DMS acceptance test [fdacs_faq][fdacs_auth] |
Motor-vehicle repair shop
- Requirement
- Register with FDACS before paid repair; display certificate/sign and registration number in advertising.
- Gate
- OPEN [fdacs_repair][fdacs_faq]
Estimate and authorization
- Requirement
- For repairs above $150, customer elects written estimate, threshold notification or waiver; obtain approval before exceeding estimate by more than $10 or 10%, whichever is greater.
- Gate
- DMS acceptance test [fdacs_faq][fdacs_auth]
3 more rows in the full report
Labour
Wage and hiring compliance are separated from technician scarcity.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Labour
| Item | Requirement | EVS Control |
|---|---|---|
| Florida minimum wage | $14/hour from 30 September 2025; $15/hour from 30 September 2026. | Budget above statutory floor for scarce HV talent [wage][evs_model]. |
| E-Verify | Private employers with at least 25 employees use E-Verify for new hires. | Entity-wide headcount test before hiring [everify]. |
Florida minimum wage
- Requirement
- $14/hour from 30 September 2025; $15/hour from 30 September 2026.
- EVS Control
- Budget above statutory floor for scarce HV talent [wage][evs_model].
E-Verify
- Requirement
- Private employers with at least 25 employees use E-Verify for new hires.
- EVS Control
- Entity-wide headcount test before hiring [everify].
2 more rows in the full report
High-voltage and workshop safety
Task competence, not a generic certificate, controls admission.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
High-voltage and workshop safety
| Control | Requirement | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Role tiers | Awareness for all staff; Level 2-equivalent isolation competence for technicians. | ASE xEV used as voluntary EVS benchmark, not a Florida licence [ase]. |
| Electrical work practices | Qualified-person skills, PPE, boundaries, de-energisation and absence-of-voltage verification. | 29 CFR 1910.331–.335 [osha_elec]. |
| Task admission | VIN/task must have current service information, tools, insurer scope and trained technician. | EVS hard gate [evs_model]. |
| Storm shutdown | Move vehicles/packs from flood exposure, suspend charging and preserve evacuation route. | EVS site SOP informed by [noaa][fdem][phmsa_flood]. |
Role tiers
- Requirement
- Awareness for all staff; Level 2-equivalent isolation competence for technicians.
- Basis
- ASE xEV used as voluntary EVS benchmark, not a Florida licence [ase].
Electrical work practices
- Requirement
- Qualified-person skills, PPE, boundaries, de-energisation and absence-of-voltage verification.
- Basis
- 29 CFR 1910.331–.335 [osha_elec].
Task admission
- Requirement
- VIN/task must have current service information, tools, insurer scope and trained technician.
- Basis
- EVS hard gate [evs_model].
Storm shutdown
- Requirement
- Move vehicles/packs from flood exposure, suspend charging and preserve evacuation route.
- Basis
- EVS site SOP informed by [noaa][fdem][phmsa_flood].
Battery, waste and transport
Damaged and flood-affected packs stay outside launch scope.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Battery, waste and transport
| Area | Requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Generator determination | Document whether discarded battery exhibits hazardous characteristics; many Li-ion batteries are likely D001/D003. | OPEN [epa_used][fdep_haz] |
| Universal waste | Intact qualifying rechargeable batteries may use universal-waste standards; 5,000 kg handler threshold and one-year accumulation control. | OPEN [fdep_universal][epa_faq] |
Generator determination
- Requirement
- Document whether discarded battery exhibits hazardous characteristics; many Li-ion batteries are likely D001/D003.
- Status
- OPEN [epa_used][fdep_haz]
Universal waste
- Requirement
- Intact qualifying rechargeable batteries may use universal-waste standards; 5,000 kg handler threshold and one-year accumulation control.
- Status
- OPEN [fdep_universal][epa_faq]
3 more rows in the full report
Consumer, data and warranty controls
Independent status and authorization must be explicit.
Consumer, data and warranty controls
| Area | Control | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Independent status | Disclose that EVS is independent unless a written OEM authorization exists. | Work order and website acceptance test [evs_model]. |
| Warranty / recall | Screen VIN; route covered warranty and recall work to OEM. | No claim that independent repair preserves every warranty [tesla][evs_model]. |
| Estimate changes | Capture customer election and timestamped authorization before threshold is exceeded. | Florida repair rules [fdacs_auth]. |
| Vehicle data | Minimise collection, obtain consent, segregate credentials and document retention/deletion. | EVS operating assumption; specialist privacy counsel required [evs_model]. |
Independent status
- Control
- Disclose that EVS is independent unless a written OEM authorization exists.
- Evidence
- Work order and website acceptance test [evs_model].
Warranty / recall
- Control
- Screen VIN; route covered warranty and recall work to OEM.
- Evidence
- No claim that independent repair preserves every warranty [tesla][evs_model].
Estimate changes
- Control
- Capture customer election and timestamped authorization before threshold is exceeded.
- Evidence
- Florida repair rules [fdacs_auth].
Vehicle data
- Control
- Minimise collection, obtain consent, segregate credentials and document retention/deletion.
- Evidence
- EVS operating assumption; specialist privacy counsel required [evs_model].
Get the full Florida analysis
Competitive matrix, location shortlist, incentives, pilot-centre economics and the 90-day entry plan — sent to your inbox.
Recommended service portfolio
Launch services are reversible and evidence-rich.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Recommended service portfolio
| Phase | Service | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | Scan-based diagnostics and charging-fault triage | GO SUBJECT TO VIN/TASK ACCESS | High information value; no pack opening [evs_model]. |
| Launch | Tires, alignment, suspension, steering and brakes | GO | Cross-brand wear demand; lift/PPE/model procedures required [evs_model]. |
| Launch | 12V/low-voltage and thermal-management service | GO SUBJECT TO PROCEDURE | Common uptime categories [evs_model]. |
| Launch | Pre-purchase inspection and non-warranty health screen | GO WITH LIMITS | Do not represent OEM-grade battery certification [evs_model]. |
| Launch | Mobile fleet inspection and storm safety triage | GO / SAFETY ONLY | No transport of suspect battery until assessment [phmsa_flood][evs_model]. |
| Later | Pack removal/replacement and ADAS calibration | HOLD | Competence, insurer, tooling, facility and rights evidence required [evs_model]. |
| Excluded | Cell-level pack repair, collision structure, warranty/recall | NO-GO | Outside initial risk envelope [evs_model]. |
Launch
- Service
- Scan-based diagnostics and charging-fault triage
- Status
- GO SUBJECT TO VIN/TASK ACCESS
- Reason
- High information value; no pack opening [evs_model].
Launch
- Service
- Tires, alignment, suspension, steering and brakes
- Status
- GO
- Reason
- Cross-brand wear demand; lift/PPE/model procedures required [evs_model].
Launch
- Service
- 12V/low-voltage and thermal-management service
- Status
- GO SUBJECT TO PROCEDURE
- Reason
- Common uptime categories [evs_model].
Launch
- Service
- Pre-purchase inspection and non-warranty health screen
- Status
- GO WITH LIMITS
- Reason
- Do not represent OEM-grade battery certification [evs_model].
Launch
- Service
- Mobile fleet inspection and storm safety triage
- Status
- GO / SAFETY ONLY
- Reason
- No transport of suspect battery until assessment [phmsa_flood][evs_model].
Later
- Service
- Pack removal/replacement and ADAS calibration
- Status
- HOLD
- Reason
- Competence, insurer, tooling, facility and rights evidence required [evs_model].
Excluded
- Service
- Cell-level pack repair, collision structure, warranty/recall
- Status
- NO-GO
- Reason
- Outside initial risk envelope [evs_model].
Operating model
Company control precedes replication.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Operating model
| Element | Recommendation | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot format | Company-controlled five-bay hub in Miami–Fort Lauderdale. | Maximum learning and compliance control before replication [evs_model]. |
| Spokes | Mobile/partner clinics in Orlando and Tampa after hub launch. | Tests geography without fixed-site capex [evs_model]. |
| Staffing | Two lead HV technicians, two general technicians, one service adviser/manager. | EVS assumption; compensation must clear local recruitment gate [evs_model]. |
| Hours | Fleet early/late windows plus appointment retail. | Uptime positioning; validate paid demand [evs_model]. |
| Capex | Model $500,000 pre-opening cash need. | Sensitivity only; lease, electrical and insurance quotes required [evs_model]. |
Pilot format
- Recommendation
- Company-controlled five-bay hub in Miami–Fort Lauderdale.
- Rationale
- Maximum learning and compliance control before replication [evs_model].
Spokes
- Recommendation
- Mobile/partner clinics in Orlando and Tampa after hub launch.
- Rationale
- Tests geography without fixed-site capex [evs_model].
Staffing
- Recommendation
- Two lead HV technicians, two general technicians, one service adviser/manager.
- Rationale
- EVS assumption; compensation must clear local recruitment gate [evs_model].
Hours
- Recommendation
- Fleet early/late windows plus appointment retail.
- Rationale
- Uptime positioning; validate paid demand [evs_model].
Capex
- Recommendation
- Model $500,000 pre-opening cash need.
- Rationale
- Sensitivity only; lease, electrical and insurance quotes required [evs_model].
Franchise pathway
Florida franchise offers remain no-go.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Franchise pathway
| Stage | Model | Release | Commercials |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0—Validation | Company-controlled hub | NOW ONLY AFTER GATES | No franchise offer [evs_model]. |
| 1—Replication proof | Second company/managed site | After 12 months of repeatable KPIs | No franchise offer [evs_model]. |
| 2—Florida franchise | Hub-and-spoke franchise | After counsel, disclosure, FDACS boundary and franchisee economics | Illustrative 6% royalty, 2% brand fund and $40k initial fee; EVS assumptions, not an offer [fdacs_franchise][evs_model]. |
| Hard stop | No sales/solicitation | Until franchise-release gate passes | NO-GO [evs_model]. |
0—Validation
- Model
- Company-controlled hub
- Release
- NOW ONLY AFTER GATES
- Commercials
- No franchise offer [evs_model].
1—Replication proof
- Model
- Second company/managed site
- Release
- After 12 months of repeatable KPIs
- Commercials
- No franchise offer [evs_model].
2—Florida franchise
- Model
- Hub-and-spoke franchise
- Release
- After counsel, disclosure, FDACS boundary and franchisee economics
- Commercials
- Illustrative 6% royalty, 2% brand fund and $40k initial fee; EVS assumptions, not an offer [fdacs_franchise][evs_model].
Hard stop
- Model
- No sales/solicitation
- Release
- Until franchise-release gate passes
- Commercials
- NO-GO [evs_model].
Annual pilot economics
The base case is positive but unproven.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Annual pilot economics
| Scenario | Jobs | Aro Usd | Gross Margin Pct | Opex Usd | Revenue Usd | Gross Profit Usd | Ebitda Usd | Payback Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cautious | 1,400 | 400 | 55 | 500,000 | 560,000 | 308,000 | -192,000 | — |
Cautious
- Jobs
- 1,400
- Aro Usd
- 400
- Gross Margin Pct
- 55
- Opex Usd
- 500,000
- Revenue Usd
- 560,000
- Gross Profit Usd
- 308,000
- Ebitda Usd
- -192,000
- Payback Years
- —
2 more rows in the full report
90-day economics
Invoice evidence must replace the sensitivity.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
90-day economics
| Scenario | Jobs 90d | Aro Usd | Gross Margin Pct | Opex Usd | Revenue Usd | Gross Profit Usd | Ebitda Usd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cautious | 300 | 400 | 55 | 180,000 | 120,000 | 66,000 | -114,000 |
Cautious
- Jobs 90d
- 300
- Aro Usd
- 400
- Gross Margin Pct
- 55
- Opex Usd
- 180,000
- Revenue Usd
- 120,000
- Gross Profit Usd
- 66,000
- Ebitda Usd
- -114,000
2 more rows in the full report
Risk register
Access, storm, battery, talent and compliance dominate.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Risk register
| Risk | Severity | Indicator | Response |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIN/task service-information or parts access is weaker than assumed | Critical | Coverage test below 80% | Reduce brand/task matrix or no-go [tesla][evs_model]. |
| OEM/dealer warranty capture | High | Paid conversion below gate | Post-warranty/fleet focus; referral agreements [evs_model]. |
| Flood/hurricane property and battery exposure | Critical | Flood-zone/rack/quarantine or insurer condition unresolved | Alternative site or no-go [noaa][phmsa_flood]. |
| Battery fire/waste/transport chain failure | Critical | Missing carrier or final recipient | No pack custody [fdep_universal][phmsa_battery]. |
| Technician scarcity and rework | High | Two lead hires or rework gate fails | Delay opening; observed assessments [osha_training][ase]. |
| Incentive dependence | Medium | Business case needs grant/credit | No-go because model includes zero [fdot_nevi][irs_charger][evs_model]. |
| Florida repair/franchise non-compliance | Critical | Registration/DMS/counsel evidence missing | Do not transact or offer franchise [fdacs_repair][fdacs_franchise]. |
VIN/task service-information or parts access is weaker than assumed
- Severity
- Critical
- Indicator
- Coverage test below 80%
- Response
- Reduce brand/task matrix or no-go [tesla][evs_model].
OEM/dealer warranty capture
- Severity
- High
- Indicator
- Paid conversion below gate
- Response
- Post-warranty/fleet focus; referral agreements [evs_model].
Flood/hurricane property and battery exposure
- Severity
- Critical
- Indicator
- Flood-zone/rack/quarantine or insurer condition unresolved
- Response
- Alternative site or no-go [noaa][phmsa_flood].
Battery fire/waste/transport chain failure
- Severity
- Critical
- Indicator
- Missing carrier or final recipient
- Response
- No pack custody [fdep_universal][phmsa_battery].
Technician scarcity and rework
- Severity
- High
- Indicator
- Two lead hires or rework gate fails
- Response
- Delay opening; observed assessments [osha_training][ase].
Incentive dependence
- Severity
- Medium
- Indicator
- Business case needs grant/credit
- Response
- No-go because model includes zero [fdot_nevi][irs_charger][evs_model].
Florida repair/franchise non-compliance
- Severity
- Critical
- Indicator
- Registration/DMS/counsel evidence missing
- Response
- Do not transact or offer franchise [fdacs_repair][fdacs_franchise].
Mitigations
Every critical risk has documentary proof.
Mitigations
| Risk | Owner | Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Technical director | 50-VIN × task matrix; current procedures/scan/parts rights; >=80% approved [evs_model]. |
| Demand | Commercial lead | 150 paid bookings and 3 fleet LOIs / 200 vehicles before irreversible fit-out [evs_model]. |
| Storm | Site lead | Flood review, elevated storage, outdoor quarantine, shutdown/evacuation drill [noaa][phmsa_flood][evs_model]. |
| Battery chain | EHS lead | Generator determination, handler status, carrier package and final-recipient contract [fdep_universal][epa_faq]. |
| Repair compliance | General manager | Active FDACS registration; estimate/authorization/invoice acceptance tests [fdacs_repair][fdacs_invoice]. |
| Economics | CFO | Invoices support jobs, ARO, margin and opex; zero incentive value [evs_model]. |
Access
- Owner
- Technical director
- Proof
- 50-VIN × task matrix; current procedures/scan/parts rights; >=80% approved [evs_model].
Demand
- Owner
- Commercial lead
- Proof
- 150 paid bookings and 3 fleet LOIs / 200 vehicles before irreversible fit-out [evs_model].
Storm
- Owner
- Site lead
- Proof
- Flood review, elevated storage, outdoor quarantine, shutdown/evacuation drill [noaa][phmsa_flood][evs_model].
Battery chain
- Owner
- EHS lead
- Proof
- Generator determination, handler status, carrier package and final-recipient contract [fdep_universal][epa_faq].
Repair compliance
- Owner
- General manager
- Proof
- Active FDACS registration; estimate/authorization/invoice acceptance tests [fdacs_repair][fdacs_invoice].
Economics
- Owner
- CFO
- Proof
- Invoices support jobs, ARO, margin and opex; zero incentive value [evs_model].
90-day entry plan
The plan front-loads demand, site, safety and compliance.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
90-day entry plan
| Days | Workstream | Actions | Exit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–15 | Denominator and demand | Acquire VIN/ZIP/year/warranty sample; launch paid-booking funnel; approach fleets. | 10,000 verified plug-ins in drive-time catchment and 50 paid deposits [evs_model]. |
0–15
- Workstream
- Denominator and demand
- Actions
- Acquire VIN/ZIP/year/warranty sample; launch paid-booking funnel; approach fleets.
- Exit
- 10,000 verified plug-ins in drive-time catchment and 50 paid deposits [evs_model].
6 more rows in the full report
Go / no-go gates
All operating gates remain open and franchise release is no-go.
Full analysis available in the complete report
Detailed findings, comparison matrices and recommendations.
Go / no-go gates
| Gate | Threshold | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catchment demand | At least 10,000 verified plug-ins in drive-time catchment | OPEN | VIN/ZIP/year matched data [evs_model]. |
Catchment demand
- Threshold
- At least 10,000 verified plug-ins in drive-time catchment
- Status
- OPEN
- Evidence
- VIN/ZIP/year matched data [evs_model].
8 more rows in the full report
Methodology
Uncertainty is retained rather than hidden.
Methodology
| Step | Method | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Source hierarchy | Current federal/state/utility primary sources first; commercial/industry evidence explicitly classified. | No uncited material figure. |
| Definition control | Stock, sales, shares, ports, sites and stations remain separate. | AFDC is the primary installed-stock denominator [afdc_fl]. |
| Forecast | Apply 6%/10%/15% CAGR sensitivities to 2025 stock for five years. | Not an official forecast [evs_model]. |
| Market sizing | TAM sourced; service window, independent consideration and launch reach are explicit EVS sensitivities. | Verified SAM null; executable SOM zero [evs_model]. |
| Economics | Jobs × ARO; gross profit = revenue × margin; EBITDA = gross profit − opex; simple payback = capex/positive EBITDA. | Nominal USD, pre-tax, unlevered, no incentives [evs_model]. |
| Decision rule | Reversible conditional go only after documentary gates. | No franchise offer during pilot [evs_model]. |
Source hierarchy
- Method
- Current federal/state/utility primary sources first; commercial/industry evidence explicitly classified.
- Control
- No uncited material figure.
Definition control
- Method
- Stock, sales, shares, ports, sites and stations remain separate.
- Control
- AFDC is the primary installed-stock denominator [afdc_fl].
Forecast
- Method
- Apply 6%/10%/15% CAGR sensitivities to 2025 stock for five years.
- Control
- Not an official forecast [evs_model].
Market sizing
- Method
- TAM sourced; service window, independent consideration and launch reach are explicit EVS sensitivities.
- Control
- Verified SAM null; executable SOM zero [evs_model].
Economics
- Method
- Jobs × ARO; gross profit = revenue × margin; EBITDA = gross profit − opex; simple payback = capex/positive EBITDA.
- Control
- Nominal USD, pre-tax, unlevered, no incentives [evs_model].
Decision rule
- Method
- Reversible conditional go only after documentary gates.
- Control
- No franchise offer during pilot [evs_model].
Priority data requests
Seven gaps can change the decision.
Priority data requests
| Gap | Decision Effect | Next Action |
|---|---|---|
| VIN/ZIP/year/warranty Florida plug-in parc | Can change site and verified SAM. | Buy/licence matched registration extract. |
| Florida PHEV new-sales history | Limits adoption history split. | Obtain Experian/S&P series; do not infer from stock. |
| Florida EV parc age and out-of-warranty share | Can change service window. | Match VIN/model-year and warranty terms. |
| County stock and competitor capacity/wait times | Can change hub ranking. | Mystery-shop and geocode current records. |
| VIN/task access and parts lead time | Can invalidate service portfolio. | Run 50-VIN coverage test. |
| Exact Florida repair tax treatment by invoice line | Can change DMS and pricing. | Obtain written tax advice [sales_tax]. |
| Site insurance, flood and utility costs | Can invalidate pilot economics. | Three bindable site/insurer/utility packages. |
VIN/ZIP/year/warranty Florida plug-in parc
- Decision Effect
- Can change site and verified SAM.
- Next Action
- Buy/licence matched registration extract.
Florida PHEV new-sales history
- Decision Effect
- Limits adoption history split.
- Next Action
- Obtain Experian/S&P series; do not infer from stock.
Florida EV parc age and out-of-warranty share
- Decision Effect
- Can change service window.
- Next Action
- Match VIN/model-year and warranty terms.
County stock and competitor capacity/wait times
- Decision Effect
- Can change hub ranking.
- Next Action
- Mystery-shop and geocode current records.
VIN/task access and parts lead time
- Decision Effect
- Can invalidate service portfolio.
- Next Action
- Run 50-VIN coverage test.
Exact Florida repair tax treatment by invoice line
- Decision Effect
- Can change DMS and pricing.
- Next Action
- Obtain written tax advice [sales_tax].
Site insurance, flood and utility costs
- Decision Effect
- Can invalidate pilot economics.
- Next Action
- Three bindable site/insurer/utility packages.
Complete source register
Every source is linked, dated and classified.
Complete source register
| Id | Title | Publisher | Publication Date | Accessed At | Classification | Href | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| afdc_fl | Alternative Fuels Data Center—Florida | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/states/fl | 2024 and 2025 light-duty registrations by fuel and current charging-port counts from TransAtlas/Experian. |
| afdc_bev | Maps and Data—Electric Vehicle Registrations by State | U.S. Department of Energy | 2024-06-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/data/10962 | Florida BEV registrations at 31 December 2023. |
| auto_fl | Florida Economic Insights | Alliance for Automotive Innovation | 2025-01-01 | 2026-08-12 | Industry association / commercial data | https://www.autosinnovate.org/resources/insights/fl | 2024 S&P Global Mobility vehicle stock, vehicle age, new-car sales, employment and auto-service tax context. |
| auto_q4 | 2024 Q4 Get Connected | Alliance for Automotive Innovation | 2025-03-01 | 2026-08-12 | Industry association / commercial data | https://www.autosinnovate.org/posts/press-release/2024-q4-get-connected-press-release | Florida Q4 2024 EV share of new registrations. |
| auto_q1 | 2025 Q1 Get Connected | Alliance for Automotive Innovation | 2025-06-01 | 2026-08-12 | Industry association / commercial data | https://www.autosinnovate.org/posts/press-release/2025-q1-get-connected-press-release | Florida Q1 2025 EV share of new registrations. |
| urban | EV Sales Microstudy | Urban Science | 2024-06-27 | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary research | https://www.urbanscience.com/insightlab/urban-science-ev-sales-microstudy-unveils-u-s-electrification-trends-and-state-level-bev-market-share-leaders/ | Florida retail BEV volume/share through April 2024 and Broward, Miami-Dade and Orange county retail shares. |
| fl_outlook | The Generator—Florida Auto Outlook Q1 2025 | Florida Automobile Dealers Association | 2025-06-01 | 2026-08-12 | Industry association / Experian | https://thenewslinkgroup.org/flipbook/the-generator/2024-2025-Pub.-3-Issue-2/39/ | Experian-derived Florida top-model ranking and shares. |
| eia | State Energy Data System—Electric Vehicles | U.S. Energy Information Administration | 2026-06-27 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.eia.gov/state/SEDS/data.php?incfile=%2Fstate%2Fseds%2Fsep_sum%2Fhtml%2Fsum_indicator_ev.html&sid=FL | Alternative 2024 Florida stock universe retained only for definition reconciliation. |
| fdot_nevi | National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program | Florida Department of Transportation | 2025-02-06 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdot.gov/planning/policy/ev/nevi-formula-program | Florida allocation estimate, federal suspension notice and corridor/site standards. |
| fdot_funding | EV Program Funding | Florida Department of Transportation | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/funding | Estimated $198 million allocation, 80% federal share and applicant match; no EVS award assumed. |
| fdot_evid | Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan | Florida Department of Transportation | 2025-01-16 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/evid-plan | 2024 Florida plan approval and annual update context. |
| fdot_afc | Alternative Fuel Corridors | Florida Department of Transportation | 2022-07-05 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/afc | 2022 corridor designations and mileage growth. |
| fpl | FPL EVolution Home | Florida Power & Light | — | 2026-08-12 | Utility primary source | https://www.fpl.com/electric-vehicles/for-drivers/evolution-home.html | Published residential charging subscription and time-of-use rates; future programme marked not yet active. |
| duke | Duke Energy Florida EV Programmes | Duke Energy | 2025-03-18 | 2026-08-12 | Utility primary source | https://news.duke-energy.com/releases/new-duke-energy-programs-offer-florida-customers-more-choices-related-to-electric-vehicles | Charger Prep Credit, monthly off-peak credit and fleet advisory thresholds. |
| jea | JEA EV Incentives | JEA | 2026-01-01 | 2026-08-12 | Utility primary source | https://www.jea.com/evincentives/ | Former enrollments closed and no current incentives stated. |
| afdc_ev_laws | State EV Laws and Incentives | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/data/widgets/10373?chart_only=true | Count of Florida EV-specific laws and incentives; broader AFDC state count covers all alternative fuels. |
| afdc_hov | Florida HOV Lane Exemption | U.S. Department of Energy | 2025-09-30 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/5733 | HOV exemption expiration. |
| afdc_state_reg | EV Charger Regulation | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/13437 | State-only regulation of public EV chargers. |
| afdc_utility | Public Utility Definition | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/10193 | Non-utility charging-provider treatment. |
| afdc_psc | Utility EV Charging Programme Authorization | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/13471 | Florida Public Service Commission programme authority. |
| afdc_finance | Local EV Infrastructure Financing Authorization | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/8385 | Local financing authorization; not an EVS award. |
| afdc_surtax | Local Infrastructure Surtax Incentive Authorization | U.S. Department of Energy | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/10192 | Local-option authorization; not an EVS benefit. |
| irs_vehicle | Clean Vehicle Tax Credits | Internal Revenue Service | 2025-10-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.irs.gov/clean-vehicle-tax-credits | New, used and commercial clean-vehicle credits unavailable for acquisitions after 30 September 2025. |
| irs_charger | Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit—Business | Internal Revenue Service | 2026-07-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/alternative-fuel-vehicle-refueling-property-credit-for-businesses | Business credit only for eligible property placed in service through 30 June 2026; expired at snapshot. |
| irs_8911 | Instructions for Form 8911 | Internal Revenue Service | 2026-01-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i8911 | Credit rate, census-tract and prevailing-wage/apprenticeship rules for periods when eligible. |
| fdacs_repair | Motor Vehicle Repair | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair | Repair-shop registration and consumer-protection overview. |
| fdacs_faq | Motor Vehicle Repair FAQs | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Motor-Vehicle-Repair-FAQs | Estimate election, registration and compliance details. |
| fdacs_auth | Motor Vehicle Repair Authorization | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Authorization | Approval control for repair-cost changes. |
| fdacs_invoice | Motor Vehicle Repair Invoice Requirements | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Invoice | Work-order and final-invoice controls. |
| fdacs_franchise | Sellers of Business Franchises | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.fdacs.gov/Business-Services/Sellers-of-Business-Franchises | Florida Franchise Exemption application and filing boundary. |
| wage | Florida Minimum Wage | FloridaCommerce | 2025-09-30 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://floridajobs.org/florida-minimum-wage | $14/hour effective 30 September 2025 and $15/hour scheduled 30 September 2026. |
| everify | Verify Florida | FloridaCommerce | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.floridajobs.org/secure-florida/VerifyFlorida | E-Verify rule for private employers with at least 25 employees. |
| corp_tax | Corporate Income Tax | Florida Department of Revenue | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/corporate.aspx | 5.5% corporate income tax rate for taxable years after 1 January 2022. |
| sales_tax | Sales and Use Tax | Florida Department of Revenue | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://qas.floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/sales_tax.aspx | 6% state sales tax and registration/filing context. |
| surtax | Discretionary Sales Surtax | Florida Department of Revenue | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/discretionary.aspx | County surtax and first-$5,000 tangible-personal-property limitation. |
| fdep_haz | Hazardous Waste Management | Florida Department of Environmental Protection | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://floridadep.gov/waste/permitting-compliance-assistance/content/hazardous-waste-management | Florida RCRA implementation, generator and permit scope. |
| fdep_universal | Universal Wastes | Florida Department of Environmental Protection | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://floridadep.gov/waste/permitting-compliance-assistance/content/universal-wastes | Rechargeable battery handling, 5,000 kg threshold and one-year accumulation control. |
| epa_faq | Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling FAQ | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | 2025-08-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.epa.gov/hw/lithium-ion-battery-recycling-frequently-asked-questions | Shop-removed EV battery classification, universal waste and damaged/recalled battery rules. |
| epa_used | Used Lithium-Ion Batteries | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | 2025-10-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.epa.gov/recycle/used-lithium-ion-batteries | Likely D001/D003 characteristics and generator determination. |
| phmsa_battery | Lithium Batteries | Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/lithiumbatteries | 49 CFR 171–180 transport requirements and damaged-battery risk. |
| phmsa_flood | Flood-Damaged EV Battery Safety Advisory | Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/regulatory-compliance/phmsa-guidance/phmsa-safety-advisory-notice-transportation-electric-vehicles-containing-lithium-batteries-damaged-by-extreme-weather-events | Flood/submersion assessment and HMR duties. |
| osha_training | Training Requirements in OSHA Standards | Occupational Safety and Health Administration | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.osha.gov/training | Employer duty to train workers exposed to hazards. |
| osha_elec | Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices | Occupational Safety and Health Administration | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.osha.gov/enforcement/directives/std-01-16-007 | Qualified-person electrical skills and training duties under 29 CFR 1910.331–.335. |
| ase | xEV Safety Certifications | National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence | — | 2026-08-12 | Industry certification body | https://www.ase.com/xev | Voluntary Level 1 and Level 2 EV safety competence benchmarks. |
| dbpr_elec | Electrical Contractors FAQs | Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/electrical-contractors/faqs/ | Electrical-contractor licensing scope for fixed-premises work. |
| noaa | Florida Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters | NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information | 2025-01-01 | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/access/billions/state-summary/FL | Florida disaster frequency and tropical-cyclone exposure through 2024. |
| fdem | EV Hurricane Preparedness | Florida Division of Emergency Management | — | 2026-08-12 | Primary / authoritative | https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/halfwayfull/ | Evacuation battery-state guidance. |
| electrified | About Electrified Garage | Electrified Garage | 2025-01-01 | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary source | https://www.electrifiedgarage.com/about | Independent Florida EV specialist and Rivian/Amazon EDV experience. |
| rivian_miami | Rivian Miami Service + Demo Center | Rivian | — | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary source | https://rivian.com/en-CA/spaces/miami-service-demo-center | Official Miami service presence. |
| rivian_orlando | Rivian Orlando Service + Demo Center | Rivian | — | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary source | https://rivian.com/fr-CA/spaces/orlando-service-demo-center | Official Orlando service presence. |
| rivian_tampa | Rivian Tampa Service + Demo Center | Rivian | — | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary source | https://rivian.com/fr-CA/spaces/tampa-service-demo-center | Official Tampa service presence. |
| lucid | Lucid Service Center Miami Worldcenter | Miami Worldcenter | — | 2026-08-12 | Commercial property / OEM directory | https://miamiworldcenter.com/directory/lucid-service-center/ | Lucid Miami service presence. |
| tesla | Tesla Service | Tesla | — | 2026-08-12 | Commercial primary source | https://service.tesla.com/ | OEM service and independent-information gateway; live VIN/task access must be tested. |
| evs_model | EVS Florida Decision Model | EVS Worldwide | 2026-08-12 | 2026-08-12 | EVS assumption register | https://evsworldwide.com/ | All forecasts, addressability factors, pilot economics, gates and recommendations are EVS assumptions. |
afdc_fl
- Title
- Alternative Fuels Data Center—Florida
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/states/fl
- Notes
- 2024 and 2025 light-duty registrations by fuel and current charging-port counts from TransAtlas/Experian.
afdc_bev
- Title
- Maps and Data—Electric Vehicle Registrations by State
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- 2024-06-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/data/10962
- Notes
- Florida BEV registrations at 31 December 2023.
auto_fl
- Title
- Florida Economic Insights
- Publisher
- Alliance for Automotive Innovation
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Industry association / commercial data
- Href
- https://www.autosinnovate.org/resources/insights/fl
- Notes
- 2024 S&P Global Mobility vehicle stock, vehicle age, new-car sales, employment and auto-service tax context.
auto_q4
- Title
- 2024 Q4 Get Connected
- Publisher
- Alliance for Automotive Innovation
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Industry association / commercial data
- Href
- https://www.autosinnovate.org/posts/press-release/2024-q4-get-connected-press-release
- Notes
- Florida Q4 2024 EV share of new registrations.
auto_q1
- Title
- 2025 Q1 Get Connected
- Publisher
- Alliance for Automotive Innovation
- Publication Date
- 2025-06-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Industry association / commercial data
- Href
- https://www.autosinnovate.org/posts/press-release/2025-q1-get-connected-press-release
- Notes
- Florida Q1 2025 EV share of new registrations.
urban
- Title
- EV Sales Microstudy
- Publisher
- Urban Science
- Publication Date
- 2024-06-27
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary research
- Href
- https://www.urbanscience.com/insightlab/urban-science-ev-sales-microstudy-unveils-u-s-electrification-trends-and-state-level-bev-market-share-leaders/
- Notes
- Florida retail BEV volume/share through April 2024 and Broward, Miami-Dade and Orange county retail shares.
fl_outlook
- Title
- The Generator—Florida Auto Outlook Q1 2025
- Publisher
- Florida Automobile Dealers Association
- Publication Date
- 2025-06-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Industry association / Experian
- Href
- https://thenewslinkgroup.org/flipbook/the-generator/2024-2025-Pub.-3-Issue-2/39/
- Notes
- Experian-derived Florida top-model ranking and shares.
eia
- Title
- State Energy Data System—Electric Vehicles
- Publisher
- U.S. Energy Information Administration
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-27
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.eia.gov/state/SEDS/data.php?incfile=%2Fstate%2Fseds%2Fsep_sum%2Fhtml%2Fsum_indicator_ev.html&sid=FL
- Notes
- Alternative 2024 Florida stock universe retained only for definition reconciliation.
fdot_nevi
- Title
- National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Transportation
- Publication Date
- 2025-02-06
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdot.gov/planning/policy/ev/nevi-formula-program
- Notes
- Florida allocation estimate, federal suspension notice and corridor/site standards.
fdot_funding
- Title
- EV Program Funding
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Transportation
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/funding
- Notes
- Estimated $198 million allocation, 80% federal share and applicant match; no EVS award assumed.
fdot_evid
- Title
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Transportation
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-16
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/evid-plan
- Notes
- 2024 Florida plan approval and annual update context.
fdot_afc
- Title
- Alternative Fuel Corridors
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Transportation
- Publication Date
- 2022-07-05
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdot.gov/emergingtechnology/home/evprogram/afc
- Notes
- 2022 corridor designations and mileage growth.
fpl
- Title
- FPL EVolution Home
- Publisher
- Florida Power & Light
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Utility primary source
- Href
- https://www.fpl.com/electric-vehicles/for-drivers/evolution-home.html
- Notes
- Published residential charging subscription and time-of-use rates; future programme marked not yet active.
duke
- Title
- Duke Energy Florida EV Programmes
- Publisher
- Duke Energy
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-18
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Utility primary source
- Href
- https://news.duke-energy.com/releases/new-duke-energy-programs-offer-florida-customers-more-choices-related-to-electric-vehicles
- Notes
- Charger Prep Credit, monthly off-peak credit and fleet advisory thresholds.
jea
- Title
- JEA EV Incentives
- Publisher
- JEA
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Utility primary source
- Href
- https://www.jea.com/evincentives/
- Notes
- Former enrollments closed and no current incentives stated.
afdc_ev_laws
- Title
- State EV Laws and Incentives
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/data/widgets/10373?chart_only=true
- Notes
- Count of Florida EV-specific laws and incentives; broader AFDC state count covers all alternative fuels.
afdc_hov
- Title
- Florida HOV Lane Exemption
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-30
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/5733
- Notes
- HOV exemption expiration.
afdc_state_reg
- Title
- EV Charger Regulation
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/13437
- Notes
- State-only regulation of public EV chargers.
afdc_utility
- Title
- Public Utility Definition
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/10193
- Notes
- Non-utility charging-provider treatment.
afdc_psc
- Title
- Utility EV Charging Programme Authorization
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/13471
- Notes
- Florida Public Service Commission programme authority.
afdc_finance
- Title
- Local EV Infrastructure Financing Authorization
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/8385
- Notes
- Local financing authorization; not an EVS award.
afdc_surtax
- Title
- Local Infrastructure Surtax Incentive Authorization
- Publisher
- U.S. Department of Energy
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://afdc.energy.gov/laws/10192
- Notes
- Local-option authorization; not an EVS benefit.
irs_vehicle
- Title
- Clean Vehicle Tax Credits
- Publisher
- Internal Revenue Service
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.irs.gov/clean-vehicle-tax-credits
- Notes
- New, used and commercial clean-vehicle credits unavailable for acquisitions after 30 September 2025.
irs_charger
- Title
- Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit—Business
- Publisher
- Internal Revenue Service
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/alternative-fuel-vehicle-refueling-property-credit-for-businesses
- Notes
- Business credit only for eligible property placed in service through 30 June 2026; expired at snapshot.
irs_8911
- Title
- Instructions for Form 8911
- Publisher
- Internal Revenue Service
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i8911
- Notes
- Credit rate, census-tract and prevailing-wage/apprenticeship rules for periods when eligible.
fdacs_repair
- Title
- Motor Vehicle Repair
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair
- Notes
- Repair-shop registration and consumer-protection overview.
fdacs_faq
- Title
- Motor Vehicle Repair FAQs
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Motor-Vehicle-Repair-FAQs
- Notes
- Estimate election, registration and compliance details.
fdacs_auth
- Title
- Motor Vehicle Repair Authorization
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Authorization
- Notes
- Approval control for repair-cost changes.
fdacs_invoice
- Title
- Motor Vehicle Repair Invoice Requirements
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Consumer-Rights-and-Responsibilities/Motor-Vehicle-Repair/Invoice
- Notes
- Work-order and final-invoice controls.
fdacs_franchise
- Title
- Sellers of Business Franchises
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.fdacs.gov/Business-Services/Sellers-of-Business-Franchises
- Notes
- Florida Franchise Exemption application and filing boundary.
wage
- Title
- Florida Minimum Wage
- Publisher
- FloridaCommerce
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-30
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://floridajobs.org/florida-minimum-wage
- Notes
- $14/hour effective 30 September 2025 and $15/hour scheduled 30 September 2026.
everify
- Title
- Verify Florida
- Publisher
- FloridaCommerce
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.floridajobs.org/secure-florida/VerifyFlorida
- Notes
- E-Verify rule for private employers with at least 25 employees.
corp_tax
- Title
- Corporate Income Tax
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Revenue
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/corporate.aspx
- Notes
- 5.5% corporate income tax rate for taxable years after 1 January 2022.
sales_tax
- Title
- Sales and Use Tax
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Revenue
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://qas.floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/sales_tax.aspx
- Notes
- 6% state sales tax and registration/filing context.
surtax
- Title
- Discretionary Sales Surtax
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Revenue
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/taxesfees/Pages/discretionary.aspx
- Notes
- County surtax and first-$5,000 tangible-personal-property limitation.
fdep_haz
- Title
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Environmental Protection
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://floridadep.gov/waste/permitting-compliance-assistance/content/hazardous-waste-management
- Notes
- Florida RCRA implementation, generator and permit scope.
fdep_universal
- Title
- Universal Wastes
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Environmental Protection
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://floridadep.gov/waste/permitting-compliance-assistance/content/universal-wastes
- Notes
- Rechargeable battery handling, 5,000 kg threshold and one-year accumulation control.
epa_faq
- Title
- Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling FAQ
- Publisher
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.epa.gov/hw/lithium-ion-battery-recycling-frequently-asked-questions
- Notes
- Shop-removed EV battery classification, universal waste and damaged/recalled battery rules.
epa_used
- Title
- Used Lithium-Ion Batteries
- Publisher
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.epa.gov/recycle/used-lithium-ion-batteries
- Notes
- Likely D001/D003 characteristics and generator determination.
phmsa_battery
- Title
- Lithium Batteries
- Publisher
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/lithiumbatteries
- Notes
- 49 CFR 171–180 transport requirements and damaged-battery risk.
phmsa_flood
- Title
- Flood-Damaged EV Battery Safety Advisory
- Publisher
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/regulatory-compliance/phmsa-guidance/phmsa-safety-advisory-notice-transportation-electric-vehicles-containing-lithium-batteries-damaged-by-extreme-weather-events
- Notes
- Flood/submersion assessment and HMR duties.
osha_training
- Title
- Training Requirements in OSHA Standards
- Publisher
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.osha.gov/training
- Notes
- Employer duty to train workers exposed to hazards.
osha_elec
- Title
- Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices
- Publisher
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.osha.gov/enforcement/directives/std-01-16-007
- Notes
- Qualified-person electrical skills and training duties under 29 CFR 1910.331–.335.
ase
- Title
- xEV Safety Certifications
- Publisher
- National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Industry certification body
- Href
- https://www.ase.com/xev
- Notes
- Voluntary Level 1 and Level 2 EV safety competence benchmarks.
dbpr_elec
- Title
- Electrical Contractors FAQs
- Publisher
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/electrical-contractors/faqs/
- Notes
- Electrical-contractor licensing scope for fixed-premises work.
noaa
- Title
- Florida Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters
- Publisher
- NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/access/billions/state-summary/FL
- Notes
- Florida disaster frequency and tropical-cyclone exposure through 2024.
fdem
- Title
- EV Hurricane Preparedness
- Publisher
- Florida Division of Emergency Management
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Primary / authoritative
- Href
- https://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/halfwayfull/
- Notes
- Evacuation battery-state guidance.
electrified
- Title
- About Electrified Garage
- Publisher
- Electrified Garage
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-01
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary source
- Href
- https://www.electrifiedgarage.com/about
- Notes
- Independent Florida EV specialist and Rivian/Amazon EDV experience.
rivian_miami
- Title
- Rivian Miami Service + Demo Center
- Publisher
- Rivian
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary source
- Href
- https://rivian.com/en-CA/spaces/miami-service-demo-center
- Notes
- Official Miami service presence.
rivian_orlando
- Title
- Rivian Orlando Service + Demo Center
- Publisher
- Rivian
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary source
- Href
- https://rivian.com/fr-CA/spaces/orlando-service-demo-center
- Notes
- Official Orlando service presence.
rivian_tampa
- Title
- Rivian Tampa Service + Demo Center
- Publisher
- Rivian
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary source
- Href
- https://rivian.com/fr-CA/spaces/tampa-service-demo-center
- Notes
- Official Tampa service presence.
lucid
- Title
- Lucid Service Center Miami Worldcenter
- Publisher
- Miami Worldcenter
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial property / OEM directory
- Href
- https://miamiworldcenter.com/directory/lucid-service-center/
- Notes
- Lucid Miami service presence.
tesla
- Title
- Tesla Service
- Publisher
- Tesla
- Publication Date
- —
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- Commercial primary source
- Href
- https://service.tesla.com/
- Notes
- OEM service and independent-information gateway; live VIN/task access must be tested.
evs_model
- Title
- EVS Florida Decision Model
- Publisher
- EVS Worldwide
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-12
- Accessed At
- 2026-08-12
- Classification
- EVS assumption register
- Href
- https://evsworldwide.com/
- Notes
- All forecasts, addressability factors, pilot economics, gates and recommendations are EVS assumptions.
Source register
54 primary and derived sources
ShowHide
Source register
54 primary and derived sources
Get the full Florida report
The complete assessment — competitive matrix, location shortlist, incentive and regulatory detail, pilot-centre economics and the 90-day entry plan. Sent straight to your inbox.