AMPECO CEO discusses the software that makes large-scale EV charging systems work in comprehensive Q&A


Q&A with AMPECO CEO Orlin Radev Large hardware installations need complex software to keep them running, and EV charging infrastructure projects are no exception. Any organization running more than a couple of EV chargers—whether it’s a public charging provider, a fleet operator, a multi-unit residential property, or just a business that offers EV charging to… Read more »

FreeWire’s new Boost Power Pro supports blackout charging and bidirectional power flow


FreeWire Technologies, a provider of battery-integrated EV charging stations and energy management solutions, has announced Boost Power Pro, the flagship offering within FreeWire’s new Pro Series product line. FreeWire’s chargers feature built-in energy storage, which enables site hosts to rapidly deploy public fast charging, avoiding expensive upgrades to local electrical service. Ports can be customized… Read more »

WeaveGrid collaborates with Toyota to enable V2G integration with selected utilities


Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is expected to support a cleaner, more resilient electrical grid, while enabling EV owners to save money while charging their vehicles. However, some sort of managed charging platform will be needed to match up EV owners with local utilities. Software provider WeaveGrid, in collaboration with Toyota, has developed just such a platform…. Read more »

Circontrol’s new Compact 80 dual EV charging station sports several new features


EV charger manufacturer Circontrol has added a new model to its Raption Series of DC fast chargers. The new Raption Compact 80 joins the recently launched Raption Compact 240 and Raption Compact 160 in Circontrol’s product lineup. The Compact 80 can charge an EV at up to 80 kW, or charge two EVs simultaneously at… Read more »

Brightmerge platform helps fleet owners to optimize EV project designs


Brightmerge has released a new and improved version of its Business Optimization Platform, a “business performance optimization platform for the sales, design, optimization and operation of EV fleets.” The new version features enhanced sensitivity analysis and improved techno-financial reporting options, including the ability to incorporate carbon emissions calculations into financial reports. The Brightmerge platform uses… Read more »

Parkopedia and ChargeHub to provide data on more than 80,000 EV chargers in North America


UK parking services provider Parkopedia and Canadian EV roaming hub operator ChargeHub will integrate ChargeHub’s network of 80,000 charging stations in the US and Canada into Parkopedia’s Payment Platform. This will enable charger activations and payments by means of a single sign-on account on participating charge site operators. The collaboration is designed to address the… Read more »

IoTecha and Software République collaborate to produce Mobilize Powerbox


US-based EV charging services and technology company IoTecha has partnered with French EV open ecosystem developer Software République to inaugurate a production line for the Mobilize Powerbox, a smart bidirectional Level 2 EV charger manufactured by French producer Lacroix. Software République was founded in 2021 by Dassault Systèmes, Eviden, Orange, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics and Thales…. Read more »

3ti installs pop-up solar EV charging hub at Scottish hospital


UK solar car park company 3ti has installed its Papilio3 pop-up solar car park and EV charging hub at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, Scotland.  Made from a recycled shipping container, the unit integrates solar and existing local power to fast charge up to 12 EVs simultaneously at 7, 11 or 22 kW, including those in… Read more »

Renewable Properties launches new electric truck charging service in California


As fleets electrify, the demand for heavy-duty charging facilities is exploding. Renewable Properties, a developer of small-scale utility and community solar projects, is in a good position to take advantage of this opportunity, as it has considerable expertise in solar development, land acquisition and electrical infrastructure. The company has launched a new turnkey EV fleet… Read more »

Eaton’s Charging Network Manager makes it easier to add EV charging using existing electrical service


Adding EV charging stations often requires complex and expensive upgrades to existing electrical infrastructure. Intelligent power management company Eaton aims to meet this challenge with a new solution that safely maximizes the charging capabilities of existing electrical systems. Eaton’s Charging Network Manager software, which was developed in collaboration with partner ChargeLab, is a fully integrated… Read more »