7 stories tagged smart-charging on EV Digest.
Honda has announced a new partnership with Ohme to provide home EV charging solutions and installation services for purchasers of its upcoming Super-One electric vehicle. This collaboration aims to enhance the ownership experience by making smart charging readily available, with potential full charge costs estimated at under $2.40.
Tesla has launched new smart charging functionalities for its Powerwall battery storage and Wall Connector EV chargers. These features, dubbed 'Low-Cost Charging' and 'Charge on Solar,' allow Tesla vehicle owners to automatically charge their cars when electricity rates are lowest or directly from their solar energy systems. The update aims to optimize energy consumption and reduce charging costs for owners.
EV charging hardware company Wallbox is collaborating with energy orchestration platform provider Enode to broaden smart charging capabilities for its European customers. This partnership integrates Enode's platform with Wallbox chargers, allowing users to connect their devices to a wider array of third-party energy management applications and services.
Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) is consolidating its various vehicle-to-everything (V2X) offerings under a new global brand, "AllDayEnergy." This initiative will integrate smart charging (V1G), vehicle-to-grid (V2G), and vehicle-to-home (V2H) services, streamlining HMG's bidirectional energy solutions. The rollout is scheduled to begin in the UK in the latter half of 2026, starting with V1G smart charging via the Kia App.
General Motors is partnering with WeaveGrid to allow owners of its electric vehicles to participate in smart charging programs. This collaboration will help GM EV drivers optimize their home charging schedules to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates and grid incentives, potentially reducing their energy bills.
Porterville Unified School District in California is integrating a comprehensive electric vehicle charging system for its school bus fleet, featuring smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities. This project, in partnership with The Mobility House and ForeFront Power, will also include solar power and battery energy storage to create a microgrid solution. The initiative aims to optimize energy use and grid interaction for their zero-emission transportation infrastructure.
Tesla has rolled out a significant update to its mobile application, aiming to more tightly integrate its energy products. The update introduces advanced AI capabilities with 'Opticaster,' provides support for smart breakers, and enhances existing smart charging functionalities. This move signals Tesla's ambition to expand its energy ecosystem beyond vehicles and into comprehensive home power management.
