Auto Giants BMW, Ford, and Honda Team Up on New EV Charging Platform

ChargeScape, a new company owned by BMW, Ford and Honda, will create a platform connecting utilities, automakers, and EV customers to manage energy usage.
The platform aims to provide financial benefits to EV customers through managed charging and sharing EV battery energy, while supporting grid resiliency.
It will eliminate the need for individual integrations between automakers and utilities.
EV customers will remain in control of their charging and can earn benefits by charging during off-peak hours.
The companies aim to accelerate smart charging solutions nationwide and increase renewable energy usage.

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Posted 9/12/2023, 2:15:00 PM