EV charging providers SWTCH Energy and FLO have formed a mutual roaming agreement, allowing users of one charging network to access the other network’s stations through their existing apps, eliminating the need for multiple accounts, payment methods and apps.
Both companies already have roaming agreements with several other charging networks in Canada and the US.
Roaming is an important feature that’s gradually being adopted by many public EV charging providers. The hassle of requiring separate apps and accounts is a barrier to EV adoption, particularly for frequent travelers.
The SWTCH+FLO roaming integration will make things easier for EV owners using both networks. Drivers can now use either the SWTCH or FLO app to charge at either network’s public chargers. Existing charging wallets and payment methods work seamlessly across both networks.
“Our partnership with FLO represents the kind of industry collaboration that will accelerate EV adoption,” said Carter Li, CEO of SWTCH. “Through breaking down network silos, SWTCH users now have access to more than 70,000 chargers across North America.”
“Through our roaming agreements, FLO members can access more than 110,000 public chargers today,” said Louis Tremblay, President and CEO of FLO. “Working with SWTCH strengthens that network even further, giving drivers the confidence that charging will be seamless wherever their road takes them.”
Sources: SWTCH Energy, FLO