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Volvo Cars, a renowned global car brand, has partnered with Hubject to provide enhanced EV charging through Plug&Charge technology. This collaboration allows Volvo EV owners, starting with the EX90, to enjoy seamless charging by simply plugging in their vehicles without needing cards or apps.
Key Highlights:
- Partnership with Hubject: Reflects the international growth of both companies in the eMobility sector.
- Plug&Charge Technology: Provides secure, speedy, and seamless charging by automating authentication and payment.
- Volvo Public Charging Service: Simplifies locating and using public chargers for Volvo EX90 owners.
- ISO15118-2 Standard: Ensures secure communication between vehicles and charging stations.
- Future Expansion: Additional Volvo EV models to adopt Plug&Charge, enhancing interoperability across charging networks.
Christian Hahn, CEO of Hubject, stated, “We are really pleased to welcome Volvo Cars into the Plug&Charge ecosystem. Volvo Cars is well-known for its progressive approach to electric vehicles so this partnership with Hubject fits perfectly into its ambition to become a fully electric car company by 2030. It is a clear commitment by Volvo Cars to make the EV charging experience convenient, easy and secure and to encourage more people to make the switch to electric.”
Alexander Petrofski, Head of Volvo Cars Energy Solutions, added, “This partnership with Hubject makes a lot of sense for Volvo Cars as it supports our ambition to be a leader in the fast-growing premium electric segment. By next year already, we want 50% of our sales to be pure electric and 100% by 2030. Deliver hassle-free premium experience by removing perceived obstacles to EV ownership is central to our strategy and this partnership with Plug&Charge is a step in the right direction.”
Starting with the EX90, fully electric Volvo cars will feature the Hubject V2G Root Certificate, ensuring secure communication using the ISO15118-2 standard between the vehicle and the charging station. This protocol supports advanced functionalities like Plug&Charge, promoting interoperability and a smooth user experience across different networks.
As Volvo expands its EV lineup, additional models will gain Plug&Charge capabilities, ensuring consistent charging experiences across various networks.
About Hubject
Hubject simplifies electric vehicle charging through its eRoaming platform, connecting OEMs, charge point operators (CPOs), and eMobility service providers (EMPs). Hubject’s network includes over 725,000 charging points and 2,250 B2B partners across 63 countries. Founded in 2012, Hubject’s global headquarters is in Berlin, with subsidiaries in Los Angeles and Shanghai. For more information, visit Hubject.
About Volvo Car Group
Founded in 1927, Volvo Cars is a globally respected car brand with sales in over 100 countries. Volvo aims to become a fully electric car maker by 2030 and achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. With approximately 43,400 employees as of December 2023, Volvo’s headquarters and main production plants are in Gothenburg, Sweden, and Ghent, Belgium, among other locations. For more information, visit Volvo Cars.
Volvo Cars and Hubject’s partnership signifies a major step towards enhancing the EV charging experience, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable and convenient mobility solutions.
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