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EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar

US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology....

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SEPTEMBER 21

EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar
Scooter Doll
- Sep. 21st 2022 10:26 am PT

@SCOOTERDOLL

US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology. Previously, owners of Plug and Charge capable GM EVs could utilize the feature on the EVgo network, but that opportunity is now available for drivers of plenty other EVs, including Ford.

Plug and Charge is technology first introduced into the ISO 15118 standard in 2014, but it hasn’t been until recently that automakers around the world have started integrating the compatibility into their EVs.

The simplified concept of Plug and Charge is the ability to charge your EV and your designated credit card seamlessly through the plug itself, alleviating the need for swiping, using multiple apps, and/or charging network FOBs.

As EV adoption grows, charging networks like EVgo are beginning to bolster their DC fast chargers, while more and more automakers begin delivering EVs with Plug and Charge capabilities. EVs on GM’s Ultium platform are equipped with the ability, and EVgo announced this past June that it would become the first of several in the Ultium Charge 360 network to offer the service to GM drivers.

That being said, there are plenty of non-GM EVs on the road that can utilize the streamlined charging process of Plug and Charge. Now, EVgo has announced the capability has been expanded to those additional EVs – check out the full list below.

EVgo expands availability of Plug and Charge to customers
The charging network shared news and additional details of its Autocharge+ technology in a press release today, alongside a list of current EVs that can utilize the feature.
According to the company, EV drivers with CCS connectors must first enroll in Autocharge+ on the EVgo app, which will send them a unique identifier (similar to a EVgo program card) in order for the network to automatically link your charging activity to your EVgo account.
From there on, you simply plug and charge, just like the name says. The pile should recognize your EV and begin the charging session automatically, giving you more time to chill, grab a snack, or go shopping.
According to EVgo, AutoCharge+ will initially be available to the following Plug and Charge capable EVs:

• Cadillac LYRIQ
• Chevrolet Bolt EV
• Chevrolet Bolt EUV
• Ford Mustang Mach-E
• Ford F-150 Lightning
• Genesis GV60
• GMC Hummer EV
• Hyundai IONIQ
• Hyundai IONIQ 5
• Hyundai Kona
• Kia Niro
• Kia EV6
• Mercedes-Benz EQS
• Polestar 2
• Subaru Solterra
• Toyota bZ4x
• Volvo XC40 Recharge

For more information on how to register for Autocharge+ and manage your EVgo Plug and Charge settings, check out the company’s FAQ page.

 

[PipeFitter52]

EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar

US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology....

electrek.co

SEPTEMBER 21 EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar Scooter Doll - Sep. 21st 2022 10:26 am PT @SCOOTERDOLL

US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology. Previously, owners of Plug and Charge capable GM EVs could utilize the feature on the EVgo network, but that opportunity is now available for drivers of plenty other EVs, including Ford. Plug and Charge is technology first introduced into the ISO 15118 standard in 2014, but it hasn’t been until recently that automakers around the world have started integrating the compatibility into their EVs. The simplified concept of Plug and Charge is the ability to charge your EV and your designated credit card seamlessly through the plug itself, alleviating the need for swiping, using multiple apps, and/or charging network FOBs. As EV adoption grows, charging networks like EVgo are beginning to bolster their DC fast chargers, while more and more automakers begin delivering EVs with Plug and Charge capabilities. EVs on GM’s Ultium platform are equipped with the ability, and EVgo announced this past June that it would become the first of several in the Ultium Charge 360 network to offer the service to GM drivers. That being said, there are plenty of non-GM EVs on the road that can utilize the streamlined charging process of Plug and Charge. Now, EVgo has announced the capability has been expanded to those additional EVs – check out the full list below.

EVgo expands availability of Plug and Charge to customers The charging network shared news and additional details of its Autocharge+ technology in a press release today, alongside a list of current EVs that can utilize the feature. According to the company, EV drivers with CCS connectors must first enroll in Autocharge+ on the EVgo app, which will send them a unique identifier (similar to a EVgo program card) in order for the network to automatically link your charging activity to your EVgo account. From there on, you simply plug and charge, just like the name says. The pile should recognize your EV and begin the charging session automatically, giving you more time to chill, grab a snack, or go shopping. According to EVgo, AutoCharge+ will initially be available to the following Plug and Charge capable EVs:

• Cadillac LYRIQ
• Chevrolet Bolt EV
• Chevrolet Bolt EUV
• Ford Mustang Mach-E
• Ford F-150 Lightning
• Genesis GV60
• GMC Hummer EV
• Hyundai IONIQ
• Hyundai IONIQ 5
• Hyundai Kona
• Kia Niro
• Kia EV6
• Mercedes-Benz EQS
• Polestar 2
• Subaru Solterra
• Toyota bZ4x
• Volvo XC40 Recharge

For more information on how to register for Autocharge+ and manage your EVgo Plug and Charge settings, check out the company’s FAQ page.

FYI, I checked the EVgo chargers in Michigan and they charge by the minute rather than Kwh. I won't use them unless I don't have any other options.

 

[ChasingCoral]

FYI, I checked the EVgo chargers in Michigan and they charge by the minute rather than Kwh. I won't use them unless I don't have any other options.

When charging at Electrify America, they bill by the kWh in most states but by the minute in those where it is required. The discounted (Pass+ or Blue Oval member) rate is 24 cents a minute. If the charger is giving you the normal rate of 100-150 kW charging, it is actually cheaper to charge by the minute with EA than by the kWh.

 

[PipeFitter52]

When charging at Electrify America, they bill by the kWh in most states but by the minute in those where it is required. The discounted (Pass+ or Blue Oval member) rate is 24 cents a minute. If the charger is giving you the normal rate of 100-150 kW charging, it is actually cheaper to charge by the minute with EA than by the kWh.

Thanks. The EVgo chargers I looked at in Michigan were 72 kWh. My EA Pass+ price is 31 cents per kWh in Michigan. I’ve haven’t used an EA per minute charger yet here in the Midwest. I’ve noticed that charging speeds vary a lot. Keeping up with the math makes it less fun.

 

[Leaf to Lightning : )]

stopped by a brand new set of EV GOs today, just south of the Atlanta airport - they 'name' their pedestals, I suppose to give you an idea of what each is capable of ... but the 'Plug N Charge' did not activate, nor would the pedestal activate with my CHARGEPOINT app, which works with EV GO units - I had to swipe my credit card... but, all in all, it seemed to be running near 100kw...

 

[PipeFitter52]

stopped by a brand new set of EV GOs today, just south of the Atlanta airport - they 'name' their pedestals, I suppose to give you an idea of what each is capable of ... but the 'Plug N Charge' did not activate, nor would the pedestal activate with my CHARGEPOINT app, which works with EV GO units - I had to swipe my credit card... but, all in all, it seemed to be running near 100kw...

What was the cost? Per minute or per kWh?

 

[ChasingCoral]

Thanks. The EVgo chargers I looked at in Michigan were 72 kWh. My EA Pass+ price is 31 cents per kWh in Michigan. I’ve haven’t used an EA per minute charger yet here in the Midwest. I’ve noticed that charging speeds vary a lot. Keeping up with the math makes it less fun.

That's fairly slow. How much per minute on the EVGo?

 

[PipeFitter52]

I checked several from 50 kWh up thru 350kwh at 35 cents per minute

 

[Leaf to Lightning : )]

even has TESLA options... and a 'on the side' CHdeMO

 

[Leaf to Lightning : )]

.30 cents with card