Enel X Way, a subsidiary of the Enel Group, has been selected by Florida Power & Light (FPL) to support the utility’s FPL EVolution Home program. Through the program, FPL customers can receive an Enel X Way JuiceBox Level 2 smart charger, along with unlimited off-peak renewable electricity, for a $31 fixed monthly fee (or… Continue reading Florida Power & Light offers all-inclusive EV charging program featuring Enel X Way chargers
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Nuvve integrates its V2G solution with Switch’s cloud platform
Vehicle-to-grid specialist Nuvve has partnered with Switch, a London-based provider of charging management software, to integrate Nuvve’s GIVe V2G platform with Switch’s charging management platform for operations and maintenance (O&M). Switch’s cloud platform, built on an OCPP 2.0.1 and ISO 15118-enabled operating system, is “fully native to future-proof capabilities like Plug & Charge, V1G and… Continue reading Nuvve integrates its V2G solution with Switch’s cloud platform
VW’s Elli and Mitnetz Strom launch pilot for smart grid/EV integration
Elli, a brand of the Volkswagen Group, and German grid manager Mitnetz Strom have launched a pilot project to test the integration of EVs with a smart electrical grid. The Innovation Impulse for Future-Proof Grid Integration of E-Mobility project is intended to provide insight into what a practical implementation of smart charging could look like.… Continue reading VW’s Elli and Mitnetz Strom launch pilot for smart grid/EV integration
Green Watt Power releases new 48-volt EV charger
EV charger and DC/DC converter maker Green Watt Power has introduced a new 2,400-watt AC charger designed for EVs, including material handling vehicles, motorcycles, scooters and carts. It will be available in August of 2022. The EVD2400 has a universal input range of 90 to 264 VAC and an input frequency range of 47 to… Continue reading Green Watt Power releases new 48-volt EV charger
Autel US enters EV charging industry
Autel US, a subsidiary of Shenzhen, China-based Autel Intelligent Technology, is a developer and distributor of automotive diagnostic products. Now Autel US has announced its entry into the EVSE industry with the release of its MaxiCharger Home and Commercial Level 2 AC chargers. The MaxiCharger Home 40-amp charger is available in In-Body Holster and Separate… Continue reading Autel US enters EV charging industry
Volkswagen and Siemens make new investments in Electrify America
Charging network Electrify America was established by the Volkswagen Group in 2016. Now Volkswagen, together with Siemens, have announced a new investment of $450 million, which will bring the company’s total valuation to $2.45 billion. Through its financing arm Siemens Financial Services (SFS), Siemens will become a minority shareholder in Electrify America as well as… Continue reading Volkswagen and Siemens make new investments in Electrify America
GM expands Plug and Charge availability
GM is expanding its existing collaboration with charging network EVgo to add Plug and Charge capability to the Ultium Charge 360 ecosystem. Drivers with an EVgo account, active OnStar connected services and the GM app must perform a one-time activation of Plug and Charge within the app. Once activated, they can simply plug in the… Continue reading GM expands Plug and Charge availability
Nissan and Wallbox offer one-stop home charging solution
Nissan is working with EVSE provider Wallbox (NYSE:WBX) to offer Nissan EV owners “a seamless one-stop shop solution for their home charging needs.” Nissan EV owners in the US can now purchase Wallbox’s Pulsar Plus Level 2 home charger and schedule installation through the NissanUSA.com web site, and receive a rebate from Nissan. Wallbox says… Continue reading Nissan and Wallbox offer one-stop home charging solution
CATL subsidiary launches modular battery swapping system
Does battery swapping have a future? One of China’s largest battery suppliers thinks so. Contemporary Amperex Energy Service (CAES), a subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), has rolled out a modular battery swap solution called EVOGO, which is comprised of battery blocks, fast battery swap stations and an app. Designed to look like a bar… Continue reading CATL subsidiary launches modular battery swapping system
Schneider Electric acquires EV Connect
Charging solution provider EV Connect has been acquired by energy management and automation specialist Schneider Electric. Along with the current management team, CEO and founder Jordan Ramer will continue to lead EV Connect’s operations as a distinct subsidiary. EV Connect was established in 2010, and currently serves customers across 41 US states. “At Schneider Electric,… Continue reading Schneider Electric acquires EV Connect