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Slidr Case Studies: Real Results from Electric Shuttle Programs Across the U.S.

From a 749-rider hotel shuttle in Naples to an 8,448-rider campus program in Florence, here is what happens when Slidr shows up. Four deployments. Real data. Real testimonials.

Team meeting - Slidr case studies showcasing real results from electric shuttle programs

Slidr does not pitch hypotheticals. Every program we operate is built on the same turnkey model: we supply the electric vehicles, the trained drivers, the real-time dispatch technology, and the operational management. Our partners focus on their mission while we handle every mile. The result is measurable, and we have the data to prove it.

Below are four Slidr deployments spanning hotels, universities, and residential communities. Each one tells a different story, but the throughline is the same: reliable electric transportation delivered on time, on budget, and at scale.

Oberlin College: 28,264 Passengers with a Single Vehicle

Over 12 months, Slidr operated a fixed-route electric shuttle connecting Oberlin College's campus to downtown Oberlin across 18 stops. The program transported 28,264 passengers using just one vehicle, proving that a well-designed route and consistent service can drive serious ridership without a large fleet.

"Slidr has been a wonderful partner for Oberlin College. The shuttle service has become an essential part of campus life, connecting students to downtown and beyond." That kind of feedback reflects what happens when execution matches the promise.

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Catawba Island Club: 8,192 Rides Across a Private Community

At Catawba Island Club in Port Clinton, Ohio, Slidr deployed 2 Ford E-Transit vans to serve a private residential and club community. The numbers speak for themselves: 8,192 rides, 10,870 total riders, and an average wait time of just 16 minutes. This was not a campus loop. It was a complex, on-demand operation across a sprawling private community with variable demand patterns.

"The Slidr shuttle service has been a game-changer for our members. It provides safe, reliable, and convenient transportation throughout the community." When a private club with high service expectations calls your product a game-changer, you know the model works.

Read the full Catawba Island Club case study

Cove Inn, Naples: 749 Riders in Under One Month

The Cove Inn on Naples Bay was Slidr's first deployment, and it set the standard for what a hotel shuttle program could look like. In under one month of tracked operation, the program delivered 336 rides carrying 749 riders with an average wait time of 5.45 minutes. For a boutique waterfront hotel, that level of responsiveness turned a simple shuttle into a genuine hospitality amenity.

"Our guests absolutely love the Slidr shuttle. It has become one of the highlights of their stay." When your transportation program becomes a selling point for the property, you have moved well beyond logistics.

Read the full Cove Inn case study

University of North Alabama: 8,448 Riders and a Mid-Year Pivot That Doubled Ridership

The University of North Alabama program is one of Slidr's most instructive deployments. Over the course of a full academic year, the shuttle carried 8,448 total riders with 45% of all rides shared between multiple passengers. But the most compelling detail is what happened midway through the program: after a strategic route and schedule pivot, ridership doubled in the second half of the year.

"Slidr has provided an invaluable service to our campus. The ability to adjust and optimize the program mid-year made all the difference." That adaptability is baked into every Slidr deployment. We do not just launch and walk away. We optimize continuously based on real ridership data.

Read the full University of North Alabama case study

The Slidr Model: Turnkey, Electric, Data-Driven

Across these four programs, Slidr has transported tens of thousands of riders using electric vehicles, professional drivers, and proprietary dispatch technology. Every deployment is fully managed. Every program generates real-time data that we use to optimize routes, reduce wait times, and increase ridership over time.

If your organization is exploring electric shuttle transportation, whether for a campus, a hotel, a residential community, or a municipal district, we would welcome the conversation. Contact Slidr to learn how a turnkey electric shuttle program can work for you.

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