12 stories tagged chargepoint on EV Digest.
A new report from charging network ChargePoint reveals that the demand for electric vehicle charging infrastructure is rapidly outpacing current supply, creating a critical bottleneck for EV adoption. This trend is evident across North America, as more drivers transition to electric vehicles, intensifying the need for accelerated build-out of public and private charging solutions.
The City of Santa Monica is accelerating its public transit electrification efforts, collaborating with ChargePoint and Eaton to outfit its Big Blue Bus depot with robust EV charging infrastructure. This partnership is a key step towards the Santa Monica Department of Transportation's ambitious goal of achieving a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2032, serving the city and surrounding Los Angeles County area.
ChargePoint has unveiled a new DC fast charging solution at Portland International Airport, specifically designed for rental car operations. This system features an innovative overhead cable management setup, optimizing space and efficiency within the airport's Quick Turnaround Facility. The installation aims to streamline the charging process for rental EV fleets, enabling quicker turnarounds and improved operational flow.
Portland International Airport (PDX) has significantly upgraded its electric vehicle charging infrastructure with a new overhead system, capable of simultaneously charging up to 20 rental EVs. This innovative setup, utilizing ChargePoint technology, optimizes space by keeping charging cables off the ground, a crucial advantage in high-traffic areas like airport car rental facilities.
ChargePoint has teamed up with Mercedes-Benz to launch a new, fully integrated charging service for business customers. This partnership aims to streamline the transition to electric fleets, offering comprehensive support from initial site planning and installation to ongoing operation and service for company vehicles.
GM EV owners can now seamlessly locate and pay for charging at ChargePoint's extensive network of over 100,000 public ports across North America through the Energy Pass feature in their myChevrolet, myGMC, or myCadillac mobile apps. This integration simplifies the charging experience by centralizing access to one of the largest charging providers under a single platform.
General Motors has expanded its Energy Assist feature within the MyChevrolet, MyCadillac, and MyGMC mobile apps, now integrating the extensive ChargePoint charging network. This update allows GM EV owners to access real-time charging station information, initiate sessions, and manage payments directly through their vehicle's infotainment system or smartphone.
General Motors has made charging more convenient for its EV owners by integrating ChargePoint into its brand-specific mobile applications. Drivers can now seamlessly locate, initiate, and pay for charging sessions at ChargePoint stations without needing to switch between apps or platforms. This enhancement streamlines the public charging experience for GM electric vehicle users, making it a more unified process.
ChargePoint and Onvo have partnered to install high-speed electric vehicle chargers at a dozen highway travel plazas across Pennsylvania and New York. This initiative aims to bolster EV charging infrastructure, making long-distance electric travel more convenient for drivers in the region.
ChargePoint is expanding its collaboration with Optimus Energy Solutions, a U.S.-based charge point operator, to deploy over 200 new public EV charging ports across the Southeastern United States. Optimus will own and operate these locations, exclusively utilizing ChargePoint's hardware, software, and support services.
ChargePoint is significantly expanding the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the southeastern United States through a deepened partnership with Optimus Energy Solutions. This collaboration will lead to the installation of more than 200 new public charging ports, making EV travel more convenient for drivers in the region. The initiative underscores the ongoing effort to build out a robust charging network that supports the growing adoption of electric vehicles.
As electric vehicles rapidly integrate into company fleets, fleet managers face growing challenges in overseeing diverse charging scenarios across homes, workplaces, and public networks. The sheer volume and variety of charging sessions—each with different costs, providers, and reimbursement schemes—are creating a logistical bottleneck, impacting operational efficiency and costs. This complexity shifts the focus from EV capability to efficient charging management for widespread fleet electrification.
