About Island Acura and Its Electrification Initiative

Island Acura is a dealership in the New York Metro area preparing for the rollout of Acura’s electric vehicle lineup.

To meet OEM requirements and stay competitive, the dealership needed to upgrade its facility to support EV charging — while navigating utility complexity and controlling upfront costs.

The Infrastructure and Utility Challenge Behind EV Readiness

Electrifying a dealership is not just about installing chargers.

Island Acura needed to:

  • upgrade its electrical infrastructure
  • meet OEM EV requirements
  • navigate utility approvals and timelines
  • avoid unnecessary upfront costs

Like many dealerships, the process involved multiple stakeholders — utilities, contractors, and equipment providers — making it complex and difficult to manage internally.

The Business Goals for the Project

Island Acura’s objectives were to:

  • become compliant with Acura’s EV charging requirements
  • install both Level 2 and fast-charging infrastructure
  • upgrade electrical capacity to support future demand
  • secure available rebates and incentives
  • position the dealership for long-term EV growth

The Charging and Infrastructure Solution Delivered

Sprocket Power managed the entire process end-to-end, ensuring the dealership achieved the right outcome for its business.

The project included:

  • installation of 2 DC fast chargers and 6 Level 2 chargers
  • electrical system upgrades, including 480V service for future capacity
  • full coordination with utility providers
  • identification and securing of available rebates
  • planning for long-term scalability

Rather than treating this as a simple installation, the project was structured as a future-ready infrastructure upgrade.

How the Project Reduced Complexity and Protected Investment

The key value of the project was not just the equipment — it was execution and coordination.

Sprocket Power:

  • managed the entire utility and installation process
  • ensured the system met both current and future requirements
  • helped offset upfront costs through incentives
  • guided the dealership through a complex, multi-step transition

This allowed Island Acura to move forward with confidence, without needing to manage multiple vendors or technical details internally.

Results: EV Readiness, Incentives Secured, and Future-Proofed Infrastructure

Infrastructure Results

  • Full EV charging deployment (Level 2 + DC fast charging)
  • Electrical system upgraded to support future expansion
  • Compliance with Acura EV program requirements

Financial Results

  • Significant incentives and rebates secured to offset upfront costs
  • More efficient capital investment through proper system planning

Strategic Results

  • Positioned as one of the first Acura dealers in the NY Metro area to qualify for the Green Dealer Program
  • Future-ready infrastructure capable of scaling with EV demand
  • Reduced risk of costly rework or underbuilt systems

The Client’s Perspective on the Outcome

“Electrifying my dealership was a complex task that required specific expertise, especially in navigating the utility process. Sprocket Power managed everything and ensured that I was getting the right outcome for my business, including substantial incentives to offset installation costs.”

Frank O., General Manager, Island Acura

What This Project Shows for Other Dealerships Entering EV

Island Acura’s project highlights a key reality:

EV charging is not just an equipment decision — it’s an infrastructure and utility strategy.

With the right approach, dealerships can:

  • avoid costly mistakes in early-stage electrification
  • secure incentives that significantly reduce upfront investment
  • build infrastructure that supports long-term growth